Fort Greene Park

Fort Greene Park is an urban green space in Brooklyn spanning 30 acres with rolling hills, open meadows, and winding walking paths beneath mature trees. The layout includes tennis courts, open lawn areas, and a central monument visible from various vantage points.

The site operated as Fort Putnam during the American Revolution before Frederick Law Olmsted redesigned it as a public park in 1867. This shift reflected Brooklyn's transformation from a military stronghold to a growing urban neighborhood.

The Prison Ship Martyrs Monument anchors the center of this space and serves as a focal point where visitors encounter American Revolutionary history. The park itself functions as a working neighborhood destination where locals gather for exercise and quiet moments.

The park remains open year-round with multiple entry points and plenty of space for walking, jogging, and sitting quietly. Tennis courts near the DeKalb Avenue entrance are accessible with permits or single-play arrangements, and the elevated terrain provides several good views across Brooklyn.

The park contains about 50 different tree species, with many specimens dating to the original 1860s design and representing some of Brooklyn's oldest trees. These mature specimens give the space a layered sense of age and continuity.

Location: New York

GPS coordinates: 40.69190,-73.97550

Latest update: December 7, 2025 20:21