Monthly Archives: January 2015
Central Park Mall
Central Park in New York City opened in 1857 when America had only 31 states. Major construction began 4 years before the Civil War started and continued through the war with final completion being in 1873. Twenty-five million people a year visit Central Park. It is one of the most filmed locations in the world. … Continue reading
Mall Terrace
The Mall ends at the Terrace, which was built between the years 1859 and 1864 and was the first completed structure. Along with the Bethesda Fountain nearby, the area is considered to be the heart of Central Park. The first photo is dated 1862 and shows the Terrace under construction.
Central Park Terrace and Fountain
At the foot of the Terrace stairs is the Bethesda Fountain also known as the Angel of the Water. It was completed in 1873 and was designed by Emma Stebbins, a ground breaking event for women during that era. The first photo is dated 1905 and the third was taken in 1920
Skating
Central Park can be enjoyed year round as seen here in photos dated 1888 and ca. 1900.