The Mall & Literary Walk

Visit the iconic landmarks and landscapes that make Central Park the world’s most famous park.

Central Park provides New Yorkers a welcome escape from the intensity of NYC summers, but Park-goers should still take necessary precautions to stay cool, healthy, and hydrated during their visits.

Each fall, many of Central Park’s roughly 18,000 trees transform into golden shades of yellow, orange, red, and more.

Journey through the center of Central Park.

The colorful spectacle of fall foliage in Central Park never loses its appeal. We turned to our archives to see how the Park has evolved from one fall to the next.

Go back in time with us to the 1980s and '90s. Some things look very different. But New Yorkers’ love of ice skating in Central Park and the serene beauty of its snow-covered landscapes remain timeless.

A full day of free special events and programs unfolded across Central Park on March 20 to celebrate the first day of spring.

With fewer crowds and a tranquility not found in other seasons, winter is an ideal time to photograph Central Park. Brave the cold and visit the Park this season—no filter needed.

Central Park is integral to many people’s lives, and we're talking to some of them to get to know the people behind the people’s Park. Meet Martha and Serena, whose relationship is deeply entwined with this vibrant greenspace.

As we celebrate the 150th anniversary of Central Park’s Bethesda Fountain, delve into the story of the Angel of the Waters statue, its place in LGBTQ+ history, and its significance as a symbol of connection and healing for New York City.

Learn insider tips on when, where, and how to get the best snapshots in New York City’s backyard.

When Frederick Law Olmsted and Calvert Vaux were chosen to plan the new park, they set out to create a space designed to bring all people together regardless of their backgrounds.

The original design for Central Park did not include any monuments, but soon after Central Park opened, New Yorkers began proposing a variety of additions, including monuments.

We know parks make us healthier and happier, but how does Central Park contribute to the wellbeing of New York City’s people, plants, and wildlife?

Installed in Central Park in 2020, the monument honors women’s rights pioneers Sojourner Truth, Susan B. Anthony, and Elizabeth Cady Stanton.

Research into the original drawings and plans created to build Central Park offer hidden secrets from both the built and unbuilt aspects of the Park.

Experience the magic of movies in Central Park! Explore our favorite Park locations made famous on film. Then go even further behind the scenes on our Central Park Summer Movies Tour led by expert Conservancy guides.

Central Park has a storied history as a concert venue, welcoming musicians of all genres to its iconic lawns. Large or small, under clear or cloudy skies, music-making has been an essential part of the Park from the beginning.

Every acre of the Park was meticulously designed and built as part of a larger composition, created through the practice that would come to be known as "landscape architecture."

Snowy scenes from the 1980s and 1990s are some of the Central Park Conservancy's recently digitized images.

The Mall & Literary Walk is among Central Park’s most iconic features and home to one of the largest and last remaining collections of American elm trees in the world. Learn all about American elms in Central Park and how our team of arborists works diligently to protect them against Dutch elm disease.

And the award for Best Supporting Actor goes to...Central Park! One of the most filmed locations in the world, the Park's landscapes have been featured in countless movies, shows, and music videos. From Breakfast at Tiffany's to Home Alone 2, we've got the scoop on what scenes were filmed where.

The Women’s Rights Pioneers Monument is the first monument in Central Park to depict actual women.

Whether you’re a seasoned pro or an amateur wielding a phone, here are some of our favorite shutter-worthy spots in the winter.