Isham Park, Public park in Inwood, Manhattan, United States
Isham Park is a green space in Inwood featuring walking trails, wooded sections, and open lawns spread across the area between Broadway, Isham Street, Seaman Avenue, and West 214th Street. The grounds offer various terrain types for different activities and movement.
The site began as a private estate purchased in 1864 by William Bradley Isham, a leather merchant and banking director who owned the property with its house. The park retains the family name from this ownership era.
The park serves as a gathering place for the Inwood neighborhood, where residents meet for seasonal celebrations and community events throughout the year. It functions as a social hub where locals enjoy outdoor time together.
The park is open year-round for walking, jogging, and cycling, with trails and spaces suitable for different activity levels. The varied terrain accommodates both leisurely strolls and more active recreation.
The southern section shows exposed marble outcroppings from the Cambrian period, revealing the geological history beneath Manhattan. These rock formations draw geology students and make the site a window into the area's ancient past.
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