VAN VORST PARK

JERSEY CITY, NJ

Van Vorst Park, located in the heart of Jersey City, New Jersey, is a popular urban park spanning over 11 acres. It is bordered by Montgomery Street to the north, Jersey Avenue to the east, Barrow Street to the west, and York Street to the south. The park offers a variety of recreational activities for visitors, including basketball courts, tennis courts, playgrounds, and a dog run. There are also numerous benches and picnic tables scattered throughout the park, providing plenty of space for relaxation and socializing.

One of the park's most notable features is its historic fountain, which was built in the late 1800s and restored in the early 2000s. The fountain serves as a focal point of the park and is surrounded by well-maintained gardens and walking paths. Van Vorst Park is also home to several historic landmarks, including the Barrow Mansion, a Victorian-era mansion that now serves as a cultural center, and St. Matthew's Lutheran Church, which dates back to the mid-1800s.

Throughout the year, the park hosts a variety of events and activities, including concerts, movie nights, and farmers' markets. Its central location in Jersey City makes it easily accessible by public transportation and a popular destination for locals and visitors alike.

VAN VORST PARK is a Arboretums, Botanical Gardens, & Nature Center in JERSEY CITY NJ. US MID #8403400315

The museum is classed as BOT (Arboretums, Botanical Gardens, & Nature Centers). It comes under American Alliance of Museums (AAM) region: Mid-Atlantic (District of Columbia, Delaware, Maryland, New Jersey, New York, Pennsylvania).

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VAN VORST PARK ASSOCIATION
83 WAYNE STREET
JERSEY CITY
NJ
07302-3513

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