Earlier this year we took a look back at some old photos of Bryant Park during its more troubled years, when junkies and hookers ruled the grounds. Now Bryant Park is putting their sordid (and not-so-sordid) past on display, in celebration of their 20th anniversary. They say:
The last twenty years have marked a dramatic change in the condition and perception of Bryant Park. In the late 1980's the park was dangerous, rundown and under used. Today it is home to lush gardens, a carousel, a world class restaurant, as well as hundreds of events and programs. As we celebrate the transformation of the park from neglected to beloved, we're looking back on the park's history through photos, stories, and more. You may have been following our 20th Anniversary series on the blog, and now many of these elements come to life in a custom photo exhibit on the park's perimeter fence.
They promise photos from the Bad Old Days, as well as their more cleaned-up era—all of which will be on display through through June 29th. And might we recommend that after checking it out, you enjoy a glass of wine at the Southwest Porch? We recently dropped by and were pleasantly surprised by their heavy pour on an $8 glass.
