The recently opened Davis Center at the Harlem Meer is is a new year-round destination for recreation, nature, and community connection in Central Park’s north end. It’s located on the east side of Central Park, between 106th and 108th Streets, between 5th Ave. and Malcolm X Blvd.
This glass and stone pavilion is built into the hillside and opens onto a large outdoor space that contains a seasonal pool in summer, a turf field in spring and fall, and an ice rink in winter. This project is a renewal of the surrounding landscape, and brings to life a hidden stream, as well a new waterfront boardwalk.
DETAILS:
Meeting Spot: We’ll meet where the Harlem Meer pedestrian path meets the Davis Center oval.
Lunch and 3pm Show & Tell location: TBD on site
Food Options: There are a few limited food options (Dunkin’, grill & deli, & a fried chicken restaurant located at Malcolm X Blvd and 110th Street.)
Restrooms: Public restrooms are located in the Charles A. Dana Discovery Center on the north side of the Harlem Meer, between 5th Avenue and Malcolm X Blvd.
Seating: There are many benches and places to sit, but feel free to bring a stool for more sketching options.
Getting Here:
* Take the C or B train to Cathedral Parkway, then walk east along Central Park North (110th Street), enter the park at Malcolm X Blvd and take the path south to the Davis Center.
* Take the 2 or 3 train to Central Park North (110th Street), enter the park at Malcolm X Blvd and take the path south to the Davis Center.
* Take the 6 train to 110th Street and Lexington Avenue, and walk west to the park and take the path around Harlem Meer to the Davis Center.
To reach by bus:
* Take M2, M3, M4 bus to Central Park North (110th Street) and Malcolm X Blvd, and walk south to the Davis Center.
Host: Anne Savage (503) 780-1531
