Straus Park

Straus Park is a triangular public green space at Broadway and West 106th Street in Manhattan. The location offers benches, walking paths, and established trees that provide shade across different sections of the area.

The park was established in 1895 and later named in honor of a couple who died in the 1912 Titanic sinking. This connection to a major maritime disaster shaped the historical significance of this urban space.

The park carries the name of a couple who chose to stay together during the Titanic sinking, shaping how locals understand the place. Visitors experience this connection through the memorial and reflecting pool that keep their story present in the neighborhood.

The location is easily reached by several subway stations and bus lines near the Broadway and West 106th Street intersection. The small triangular layout makes it simple to explore the entire park in a short time.

The park features an artwork titled 'Memory' that depicts the couple's choice to remain together as the ship sank. This bronze sculpture is a moving feature that many visitors overlook, yet it tells the core story of why this place matters.

Location: Manhattan

Inception: 1895

GPS coordinates: 40.80180,-73.96820

Latest update: December 7, 2025 20:48