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Guide to the Washington Square Park Redevelopment Collection
1952-1966
MS 678
Descriptive Summary
| Title: |
Washington Square Park Redevelopment collection |
| Dates [inclusive]: |
1952-1966 |
| Abstract: |
This is a collection of records of various community organizations fighting the redevelopment
of Washington Square Park and the surrounding area. Their efforts included closing
the park to traffic, fighting the construction of NYU's library and university housing,
and the creation of more parkland. The collection contains letters and statements
of opposition from local community groups and individuals. Also included are government
documents and New York University publications relating to the potential redevelopment.
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| Quantity: |
0.63 Linear feet (2 boxes) |
| Location: |
Materials in this collection may be stored offsite. For more information on making
arrangements to consult them, please visit www.nyhistory.org/library/visit.
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| Language: |
The documents in the collection are in English. |
| Call Phrase: |
MS 678 |
