Central Park and Prospect Park Walking Tour June 28, 2008

Tours comparing the history of the two emerald gems, both designed by Calvert Vaux and Frederick Law Olmsted, with a focus on the designers’ intended similarities and differences. Central Park stops will include Strawberry Fields, Literary Walk, The Ramble, Bow Bridge, The Lake, The Arsenal, and Bethesda Fountain, while Prospect Park covers Long Meadow, Nethermead, The Boathouse, Battle Pass, and the Vale of Cashmere. Do one tour or bring your Metrocard if you are doing both.

Saturday, June 28 and Sunday, June 29
Each day: Central Park at 12 Noon and Prospect Park at 3 PM
Cost: $15 for one tour. $25 for both tours
Reservations and Meeting Place: 212-465-3331