Duarte Square

Duarte Square is a public park occupying a city block in Lower Manhattan with stone walkways, scattered benches, and trees that provide shade. The rectangular space is bordered by buildings and offers several entry points for easy access throughout the day.

The park was officially dedicated in 1992 and bears the name of Juan Pablo Duarte, who led the Dominican independence movement against Haiti in 1844. This naming reflects the strong connection between the park and that pivotal moment in Dominican history.

The square serves as a gathering place for the Dominican community, where people celebrate their traditions with music and festivals throughout the year. You can feel the living presence of this heritage simply by walking through and observing how locals use the space.

The square sits near Canal Street subway station with multiple entry points and good lighting for visitors navigating the space. Well-maintained walking paths make it easy to explore the area during any time of day.

Stone monuments within the space display information about Dominican independence and the national identity tied to that pivotal period. These markers serve as quiet reminders of the place's significance to the community gathered there.

GPS coordinates: 40.72250,-74.00556

Latest update: December 11, 2025 11:06