Manhattan · NYC landmark
Bowling Green and its historic fence
Bowling Green Park · Manhattan, New York City
Pause in New York’s oldest public park and see its historic iron fence beside the Custom House and lower Broadway.
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NYFE Summary
The fence once enclosed an equestrian statue of King George III. On July 9, 1776, soldiers and civilians pulled the statue down after the Declaration of Independence was read to troops in New York. They also damaged the fence and broke off the ornaments on its posts.
The ironwork survived another disruption when subway construction required its removal in 1914. It was stored in Central Park, where much of it was later found and returned to Bowling Green.
NYFE summary from the official history and visitor sources linked below.
Plan a visit
Check the operator’s current opening, admission and access information before travelling. Historic status does not guarantee public access to every interior.
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