Washington Park Historic District
Washington Park Historic District, Historic district in Albany, United States
The Washington Park Historic District encompasses 81 acres with a central lake, tree-lined paths, and Victorian-era residential buildings along its perimeter streets.
The district's land dates back to 1686 when the Dongan Charter established it as public property, evolving from gunpowder storage and cemetery to its current park form.
The district hosts the annual Tulip Festival since 1949, where 200,000 tulips bloom throughout the park, drawing visitors from across the region.
The district features tennis courts, basketball facilities, walking paths, and numerous benches positioned near the lake for public recreation.
The footbridge over Washington Park Lake, constructed in 1875, remains the only original structure from the park's initial development period.
Location: Albany
GPS coordinates: 42.65515,-73.77050
Latest update: May 13, 2025 20:55
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