Madison Square Park

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The 6.2-acre neighborhood that housed New York's elite in the 19th century was a prestigious area known for its brownstone row houses and mansions. It evolved from more humble beginnings into a symbol of wealth and prominence during the 1870s.

Opened, May 10, 1847

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Aug, 1866 -17th president Andrew Johnson visited NYC and a procession took the President up Broadway to Madison Square Park.

1863 -During the 1863 New York City draft riots, 10,000 Federal troops brought in to control the rioters encamped in Madison Square and Washington Square, as well as Stuyvesant Square.

Oct 27, 1858 -Theodore Roosevelt was born in this neighborhood.

Related People & Organizations

James Madison Jr.,The square was named for Founding Father James Madison, fourth President of the United States.

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Madison Square Park, 11 Madison Ave, New York, NY 10010, USA

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