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Volunteering at Washington Square Park: the Best Thing You’ll Do This Summer
Did you know that Washington Square Park is one of the busiest spots in NYC? With approximately 12 million people strolling the more…
Recognizing Juneteenth
Juneteenth. Freedom Day. Emancipation Day. However you refer to June 19th, this annual holiday commemorating the end of more…
Dance the Night Away
As the sun dips below the skyline and vibrant hues of a Wednesday evening twilight paint the sky, Washington Square Park begins more…
The Ashley Addition
Flowers aren’t the only thing growing in Washington Square Park this spring, the Conservancy team is growing as well! WSPC more…
The Park’s Living Monument
If you’ve ever strolled through Washington Square Park on a sunny morning, you’ve probably seen “that tanning guy.” more…
The Arch Conspirators
On January 23, 1917, a group of Village Bohemians stole to the top of the Washington Square Arch for a fête. Poet Gertrude more…
From Potter’s Field to Parade Ground
January 16, 1826 is a significant date in Washington Square Park’s history. Not because anything particularly grand or exciting more…
Winter is Coming
Winter isn’t just coming, it’s here! As the season transitions from the busier warm months to a quieter cold period, it’s more…
What We’re Thankful For
With the Thanksgiving season upon us, we’re reflecting on what we’re grateful for this season, like new leadership at the more…
Sukkah in the Square
You may have noticed a new structure in Arch Plaza. It’s a Sukkah! Sukkah, which roughly translates from Hebrew to english more…