Central Park was one of those best outdoor venues for huge concerts. But not only that, it is even one of the venue for the largest concerts ever in terms of estimated attendance. That seems quite a feat but the huge space that the park offers was able to accommodate around 980,000 attendees during Garth Brooks’ concert in 1997. Thousands of years ago, the area where Central Park now stands is covered and surrounded by glaciers. But about 12,000 years ago, the last of them known as the Wisconsin
Central Park is an urban park in New York City between Fifth Avenue and Eighth Avenue and running from 59th Street to 110th Street. Central Park is the most visited urban park in the United States. The Park was initially opened in 1857. It was later improved and expanded according to Frederick Law Olmsted and Calvert Vaux’s Greensward Plan, after which it was reopened in 1873. Central Park is comprised of 341 hectares (843 acres). It is 4 kilometers (2.5 miles) long and (0.8 kilometers) 0.5
will be a safer city... You cannot find a single city that does not wish to make the city center more vibrant or livelier.” This quote from Jan Gehl, the principal of Gehl Architects, illustrates the importance of having a sustainable city. The Central Park project has showcased to the world on how the landscape we design or occupy, can affect our daily activities and surrounding neighborhood. It sets an example of how design must be appreciated as a crucial factor in sustainability and emphasized
The Hidden History of Prospect Park The emerald jewel of Brooklyn, Prospect Park is often called the borough’s backyard and has been a serene and idyllic retreat for Brooklynites for well over a century now. In fact, the park recently celebrated its 150th anniversary with great fanfare, attesting its historic importance and role it’s played in city life for generations. Few people, however, know the true history of the park, such as its connection to Central Park and the role it played in the development
located in Park Slope Brooklyn. The Park Slope district centers about the Grand Army Plaza entrance to Prospect Park at the intersection of Flatbush Avenue and Eastern Parkway. Park slope is best known for its Victorian-era mansion and brownstones. It is one of the most romantic neighborhoods in Brooklyn. Railroad owner and land speculator, Edwin C. Litchfield, built the present neighborhood of Park Slope. Five hundred and twenty-six acres of land was bought by the city to design Prospect Park, resulting
Conservation & Preservation of Historic Buildings BSV 09101 1.0 Introduction The Kelvingrove Bandstand and Amphitheatre is a Catergory B listed bandstand situated in Kelvingrove Park, Glasgow. Part of the Arts & Crafts movement in design style it is a rare example of a covered bandstand which faces an elliptical amphitheatre. It is the only instance of this style which remains in Scotland today. Operational from 1925 until 1999, the building closed due to its continued deterioration, security
wanted to make a park, but they needed land from Seneca Village. The government exercised their 5th amendment right which allowed the government to take your land, for a fair wage, as long as it was for the good of all people. Residents were offered $2,335 for their property. On October 1, 1857, city officials in New York reported that the last holdouts living on land that was to become Central Park had been removed. With the village gone, city officials were free to create Central
architecture has been around since the beginning of time, but it was not until Frederick Law Olmsted came along that the idea of integrating design into the landscape with plants, water, and structures turned into a profession. Not only did Olmsted work on parks and college campuses, but also insane asylums. There are seven different design principles, which Olmsted incorporated into his projects that start with the letter S: scenery, suitability, style, subordination, separation, sanitation, and service
Disney Concert Hall is the fourth and most recent addition to the Music Center of Los Angles County. It is situated on 3.6 acres- a full-city block at the intersection of First Street and Grand avenue in the historic Bunker Hill area of downtown Los Angeles. Walt Disney Concert Hall encompasses two outdoor amphitheatre, including Keck Children Amphitheatre seating 300 and a second performing space that accommodates an audience of 120, as well as a space for pre-concert events
The lower North Shore of Sydney is home to Mosman, which is considered one of Sydney’s grandest suburbs. Mosman is a mere eight kilometres from the central business district via the Sydney Harbour Bridge. Once you’re in Mosman, you have very little reason to leave the suburb unless you work in the CBD or another suburb. What are these amenities that make Mosman so grand? Lifestyle & People Mosman is mostly in demand because of its exclusive, affluent, secluded lifestyle. It is home to young families
Many times people often search for an ideal spot for vacationing. Families want to find an area that offers various activities that can range from a nice dinner out to a walk in the park and fun night life. With a rich cultural atmosphere and history, Amsterdam offers a great variety of interests on various topics; in a mild climate and a center for night life and culture for hundreds of years, it is no wonder that millions of visitors flock to the capital each year. Located in the province North
spring time, which can be seen when you walk around the Central Park or at any of the botanical gardens in the city. Other activities during spring include the Tribeca Film Festival, and the Easter Parade on Fifth Avenue. Temperatures average from the 60s to the mid-70s. SUMMER As a backpacker, the best time to visit New York is during spring months. It is also the perfect time for those who love outdoor activities to visit. Loads of open air concerts, outdoor plays and movies are available; the most popular
place here for over 90 years. The current 132-acre site is much larger than the location I remember as a child. Furthermore, according to their website, it is claimed that, "This year's County Fair will give you more for your money". The typical Central Oregonian loves a bargain, and the organization running the fair
Duke Ellington, named Edward Kennedy Ellington at birth, was born on April 29, 1899, in Washington D.C. to James Edward Ellington and Daisy Kennedy Ellington. Both of Ellington’s parents were talented, musical individuals. Edward Kennedy was later nicknamed Duke by his childhood friend, Edgar McEntire and this name has stuck with him throughout his life and career. Duke Ellington was one of Jazz and Big Band’s most influential icons. He was known for famous recordings such as “Sophisticated Lady”
Marcial Cabrera Research Paper The Beatles The Beatles- members, John Lennon (vocals and rhythm guitar), Paul McCartney (Bass, vocals), Ringo Starr (Drummer, vocals), and George Harrison (lead guitar, vocals). The Beatles were mostly influenced Chuck Berry, Little Richard, Carl Perkins influenced the Beatles, and Buddy Holly covers. On July 6, 1957 John Lennon was performing his amateur *Skittle group at the church’s picnic in Liverpool suburb; that’s where Paul McCartney first saw John Lennon and
through the works of art. Header: Heading: Barcelona Tourism Supporting text: The ultimate guide to help you fully savor magnificent Barcelona The Barcelona tourism has truly diverse attractions. From exhibitions to the museums and an array of concerts, dances, and plays you will be spoilt for choice. Barcelona is home to gorgeous works of arts and UNESCO even declared the symbolic structures by famed artists Antoni Gaudi and Lliuis Domenech i Montaner as
once so easy, had become an abrasive, divisive process," remarked Joe Morella. However, this wasn’t the end of Simon & Garfunkel as a musical duo as the two reunited again to perform “The Concert in Central Park” on September 19, 1981 which was attended by 50,000 crowd members in Central Park of New York. The concert was very well received and prompted them to go on a world tour in 1982 and 1983. Multiple other appearances were made by the due in many smaller events over the course of the next decade
is in the round meaning place for viewing and “Amphi” term is prefix from Greek for around. “Amphi” also means two, both, or on both side, for example, the shape of the amphitheater is oval or circular in plan with seating all way around from the central performance area. A theater is the shape of semi-circular raised for seating looking out to the stage. Amphitheater established when the earliest Roman amphitheater built from the middle of the 1st century BC. There are different types of amphitheater
Public Spaces provide unique experiences and contribute to the identity of a city. Found as places like plazas, parks, marketplaces, within buildings, lobbies and many more. Public spaces are important to our society and therefore face more arguments in design and construction compared to private spaces. In order to create innovative public architecture, considered to be the most civic, costly, time intensive and physical of the arts, the project holds a degree of risk, strife, and negotiation
I have listened to nearly all of the albums released by Coldplay. I have listened to many of their songs too many times to count. Their most recent song, “Amazing Day”, debuted live on Saturday, September 26th at the Global Citizen Festival in Central Park. This song is expected to be a part of their long-anticipated