Dag Hammarskjöld Plaza
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Dag Hammarskjöld Plaza (btwn 1st & 2nd Ave) New York , NY 10017 United States
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This used to be one of Kurt Vonnegut's favorite places in the city -he lived around the corner on 48th St. He walked his dog Flour here and his widow marked his favorite bench .
Dag Hammarskjold Plaza is the largest public garden on the east side of Midtown. Check out the Katharine Hepburn Garden (who formerly lived nearby). The garden bench was a gift from her estate.
Jonathan Prince’s G2V incorporates sleek form with broken edges, creating a dynamic tension with the highly refined form of this stainless steel sculpture . See G2V through April 2013. Read more
This stone and dust temporary sculpture is a replica of the first majestic Olmec head to be uncovered in San Lorenzo Tenochtitlan in 1964.See it through May 5, 2013. Read more
This plaza is actually a 1.5 acre park that occupies the entire south side block between First and Second Avenues on East 47th St. Check out the Greenmarket here every Wednesday, weather permitting.
Walk along this brick-lined area complete with funky gold and silver human-shaped sculptures .
On 8/6/13, I was here to speak at the joint Midtown South/17th NYPD Precinct National Night Out Against Crime.
This block-long public space leading to the United Nations traditionally served as a staging area for demonstrations.
Get a view of The Dark Tower from here.
UN Farmer's market . Hands down.
Great farmer market . visit Borgese wine booth .
Dog-watching and people-watching.
Wednesday farmers' market
Great place to walk and meet other dog owners
Nice open area in mid-east to walk the dog and meet other dog owners !
Farmers' market on Wednesdays. Apple cider donuts from the rugelach people. Greasy, sugary, amazing.
They have cute little street and flea markets some days
Come early and watch the birds and homeless bathe in the fountain !
Andrew Rogers' Individuals is composed of 15 bronze sculptures . Located near the United Nations they are a reminder that a community is made of unique individuals. On display until September 13, 2013. Read more
Great place for people watching
With the elevators here, he who hesitates is NOT lost - empty elevators tend to appear just when one fills up
Biking to work today
There's a waterfall . Is turned off though perhaps for the cold season
What the fuck is up with all those creepy statues .
There's a waterfall
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Great during Christmas season and in the summer sit down outside for a coffee and croisant - Porfirio Pina
The Christmas Market is amazing. Fill with nice vendors and a lot of tasty food - and hot wine! - Julie L
Very cool & hip spot!! Great Bars and Coffee places to hang out. - Toya Coleman
The Japanese classes here are great, really cheap, and in the evenings. They also go up to a really high level. Awesome way to learn Japanese or pick it back up/maintain it. - Sandra Lloyd
Great park to walk and bike. Enjoyable. Always something going on. Kayak, merry go round, zoo, concerts, playground - Angi W
Pretty spot in small park. Book little library nearby too. - James John (Jay) Cudney IV
Category Landmarks and Outdoors » Plaza
Place United States » New York