October, 2022, marks the tenth anniversary for FDR Four Freedoms Park, but the Louis Kahn magic just got a lift. As construction fencing came down,
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A Summer Re-Awakening? The First Post Pandemic Show in Four Freedoms
In a summer re-awakening, FDR Four Freedoms State Park swings open its gates for Alcestiad, a play cancelled by COVID, last year. On Friday, June
An Ice Cloud Over FDR Four Freedoms State Park, Peaceful Saturday On Roosevelt Island
An ice cloud drifting silently, high above FDR Four Freedoms State Park, marked a peaceful Roosevelt Island Saturday.
Work Is Underway in Four Freedoms State Park Accessibility Makeover
Groundbreaking for the Four Freedoms Park accessibility makeover finally kicked in after dodging late winter weather delays. Crews are now racing to meet a summer deadline for reopening.
Is it still winter? Maybe not in Southpoint and FDR Four Freedoms State Park
The calendar says it’s a week away, but it looked closer, much closer, in Four Freedoms Park. Visitors strolled through Southpoint to enter in a steady stream.
FDR Four Freedoms State Park Now Opens Its Arms Ever Wider
Four Freedoms State Park opens its arms wider, starting today. Already heralded as New York City’s most serene retreat, the park extends itself to visitors previously unable to enjoy its pleasures in full. A project begins today.
Winter, Four Freedoms State Park, On the Cusp of Change
Four Freedoms State Park is on the cusp of change, upgrading accessibility as reopening for activities is on the horizon. As I worked on the story, I decided to share a before image, my favorite view from yesterday.
January Record Set, Four Freedoms Park Surpasses 100K for Month
In a surprising role change, Roosevelt Island’s Four Freedoms Park set an attendance record in January as 100,115 people passed its gate.
Four Freedoms Park in Winter, Roosevelt Island’s Most Serene
Four Freedoms Park in winter maintains the calm without the crowds in New York City’s most serene space. History grows more clear with the chill.
Jessica Lappin Q&A: Look Back At A Caring Leader
The first time I met Jessica Lappin, she was greeting Roosevelt Islanders outside the subway, hoping to replace Gifford Miller, representing Roosevelt Island and the UES. “Good luck, Jennifer,” I said. “Jessica,” she quickly corrected me. It wasn’t a mistake many of us would make again.
