The Pit

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One of the last truly-multipurpose park spaces in New York City, the Pit is an empty asphalt space where morning tai chi sessions are held and bike polo is played. If it's unoccupied, it's a good place to take a bat or a soccer ball out or just run around for a bit. Image from this Bowery Boogie article.

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A linear city park, 6 blocks long, with recreation, relaxation, regeneration and resiliency. The active community garden has a wonderful website about the park, which is a beacon to this diverse community. Public restrooms at Stanton and Hester streets.This park has many issues, some of which are described in this recent New York Times article -  in 2023, fresh attention is being paid to this community resource.

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