FDR Four Freedoms Park

June 7, 2019

Park News

Continuing the Human Rights Legacy of Franklin & Eleanor Roosevelt

FDR Four Freedoms Park

June 7, 2019

Park News

Continuing the Human Rights Legacy of Franklin & Eleanor Roosevelt

A letter from Franklin and Eleanor Roosevelt’s granddaughter on the importance of showing solidarity with the LGBTQ+ movement and those fighting for LGBTQ+ rights in a visible and inclusive way.

Ryan Lockwood

June 3, 2019

The 50th Anniversary of the Stonewall Riots

Ryan Lockwood

June 3, 2019

Come visit Four Freedoms State Park as we celebrate the 50th Anniversary of the Stonewall Riots as part of World Pride!

Ryan Lockwood

May 15, 2019

Educational Programming at FDR Four Freedoms State Park

Ryan Lockwood

May 15, 2019

Educational Programming at FDR Four Freedoms State Park

Franklin Roosevelt believed that the health and survival of American democracy was inextricably linked to the quality of education available to its citizenry.

Rana Good

April 22, 2019

Celebrating Louis Kahn: How His Work and Legacy Continue on Today

Rana Good

April 22, 2019

Celebrating Louis Kahn: How His Work and Legacy Continue on Today

During his lifetime, American architect Louis Kahn rose to prominence for his visionary work, building a worldwide legacy that would long outlive him. How do we engage with what he left behind?

Rana Good

March 8, 2019

Memorializing Women: How NYC Parks Are Working Towards Women’s Representation

Rana Good

March 8, 2019

Memorializing Women: How NYC Parks Are Working Towards Women’s Representation

Four Freedoms Park Conservancy's CEO Howard Axel talks memorializing women and how NYC is working to create more statues in honor of women.

Ryan Lockwood

December 10, 2018

The 70th Anniversary of the Universal Declaration of Human Rights

Ryan Lockwood

December 10, 2018

The 70th Anniversary of the Universal Declaration of Human Rights

Today is International Human Rights Day. Every year on December 10th the world celebrates the anniversary of the adoption of the Universal Declaration of Human Rights by the United Nations General Assembly.

Howard Axel

December 4, 2018

Park News

Four Freedoms Park Conservancy 2018 Recap: Our Best Moments This Year

Howard Axel

December 4, 2018

Park News

Four Freedoms Park Conservancy 2018 Recap: Our Best Moments This Year

Cherry Blossom Festival, Four Freedoms Park Conservancy, Fourth of July, City of Water Day and Fall Arts Festival at FDR Four Freedoms Park.

Howard Axel

November 30, 2018

Park News

FDR Sculpture Bust: 4 Facts to Know

Howard Axel

November 30, 2018

Park News

Learn about the FDR sculpture bust — who made it and who makes sure the bust retains its gleaming appearance.

Howard Axel

November 26, 2018

Park News

Intrepid Museum’s Youth Leadership Institute Visits FDR Four Freedoms State Park

Howard Axel

November 26, 2018

Park News

Intrepid Museum’s Youth Leadership Institute Visits FDR Four Freedoms State Park

Four Freedoms State Park hosted high school juniors from the Intrepid Sea, Air, & Space Museum’s Youth Leadership Institute for a day-long educational workshop.

FDR Four Freedoms Park

November 15, 2018

Announcing the Winner of Our Sketch Contest

FDR Four Freedoms Park

November 15, 2018

Announcing the Winner of Our Sketch Contest

We have tallied the scores and are thrilled to announce that Richard Clements’ "Serene Space" is the winner of our second annual Sketch 4 Freedom Contest!