Bronx · Neighborhood guide
Kingsbridge
The King's Bridge and the later free Farmers' Bridge connected Manhattan with the mainland and served the area's farms and roads.
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About Kingsbridge
The Kingsbridge name preserves that crossing history even though the old bridges are gone.
Places to explore
Kingsbridge Library
291 West 231st StreetCheck NYPL’s current schedule for reading, study and community programs.
Ewen Park stairway
Nearby, between Kingsbridge and RiverdaleA long stairway through this former estate park links Kingsbridge and Riverdale. Plan for the climb when choosing your route.
Planning a visit
Sources and visitor information
- Harlem River historical and archaeological resourcesNYC Department of Environmental Protection
- 2020 Neighborhood Tabulation Area metadata,26CNYC Department of City Planning
- Marble Hill PlaygroundNYC Parks
- Council and library systems: Sunday service expansionNYC Council / New York Public Library
- Public Engagement Unit: Kingsbridge Library locationNYC Mayor's Public Engagement Unit
- Ewen ParkNYC Parks
- 2020 Neighborhood Tabulation Areas (NTAs), NYC Open Data 26BNYC Department of City Planning / NYC Open Data