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Documenting the locations, historical background, and architectural context of parks across our curated destinations.

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Little Island: The Floating Public Park on the Hudson River

Rising from the waters of the Hudson River on the former site of the Cunard White Star pier, Little Island combines dramatic Heatherwick architecture with maritime landscapes.

Chelsea / Meatpacking District4 min read

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The High Line Spur: The Rail Cut That Preserved Industrial West Chelsea

Branching eastward over 30th Street and 10th Avenue, the Spur represents the widest section of the High Line and pays homage to the heavy freight tracks of the New York Central Railroad.

Hudson Yards / Chelsea4 min read