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Washington Square Park is a 9.75-acre (3.95 ha) public park in the Greenwich Village neighborhood of Lower Manhattan, New York City. One of the best known of New York City's public parks, it is an icon as well as a meeting place and center for cultural activity. It is operated by the New York City Department of Parks and Recreation (NYC Parks).
Learn about the iconic green space in Greenwich Village, New York, that has a rich cultural and political history. Discover its features, activities, and events, from the arch and fountain to the Halloween parade and pillow fight.
Washington Square Park is the locally-beloved, world-famous heart of Greenwich Village. Come check it out.
Washington Square Park is the locally-beloved, world-famous heart of Greenwich Village. Come check it out. Washington Square Park is property of the City of New York and under the jurisdiction of the Department of Parks & Recreation.
Learn about the history, facilities and events of Washington Square Park, a historic and vibrant public space in Manhattan. See the iconic Washington Square Arch, the fountain, the monuments and more.
Washington Square is a novel written in 1880 by Henry James about a father's attempts to thwart a romance between his naive daughter and the man he believes wishes to marry her for her money.
Learn how Washington Square Park evolved from a Lenape marsh, a potter's field, a parade ground, a residential enclave, and a site of social and political turmoil to a beloved public space. Discover the landmarks, events, and personalities that shaped the Square's history.
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