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Rapkin-Gayle Plaza
- Parks
- New York, NY
About this business
Location details
142 Grand St, New York, NY 10013, New York, NY, 10013, United States
Get directions| Weekday | Schedule | Status |
|---|---|---|
| Mon | 9:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. | |
| Tue | 9:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. | |
| Wed | 9:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. | |
| Thu | 9:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. | |
| Fri | 9:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. | |
| Sat | Closed | |
| Sun | Closed |
No shade and often only has one entrance open - not very welcoming. It’s not green enough to be a park and way too closed off to feel like a plaza.
Rapkin-Gayle Plaza is a serene oasis nestled at the intersection of Grand and Lafayette Streets in SoHo. This thoughtfully designed public space honors two pivotal figures in the neighborhood's history: Chester Rapkin, the urban planner who coined the term "SoHo" and championed its preservation, and Margot Gayle, a passionate advocate for the area's iconic cast-iron architecture. The plaza features permeable herringbone paving, native plantings, and inviting seating areas, offering a peaceful retreat amidst the city's hustle... read more
Unbelievably sad and poorly planned “park”. A heat magnet with no greenery, and no interaction with the street scape. Waste of tax money - surely we can do better?
Look out for this guy he brings his boxer here and lets him off leash and doesn’t clean up after him.
New public outdoor space is particularly welcome in this densely built area. Apparently the low amount of trees and greenery is due to NY Dept of Environmental Protection's ongoing need to access the site. Not that you'd know it from site signage or NYC Parks website--a missed education opportunity I hope Parks will rectify.
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How is Rapkin-Gayle Plaza rated?
Rapkin-Gayle Plaza has a 3.6 star rating with 21 reviews.
When is Rapkin-Gayle Plaza open?
Rapkin-Gayle Plaza is closed now. It will open at 9:00 a.m.
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