The Broadway Linear Park
Transforming Manhattan's most under-used resource.
We are proposing the creation of a green, car-free space from Union Square to Central Park
The Broadway Linear Park will transform the avenue into a new destination, integrating nature, art, design, and people in a unique way, inspiring New Yorkers and visitors. Let's give New York City a great new attraction, flowing right through the heart of Manhattan.
The Vision: Broadway, Green and Gorgeous
More than 7 new acres of public space added in the heart of the densest area of the country.
Retail traffic along Broadway greatly increased—expected because more minor projects have bolstered retail sales by 50%.
Broadway reimagined as a succession of blocks, each one a stage for its own unique experience.
More public space making Midtown welcoming and desirable to residents, office workers and tourists, helping to drive the city's recovery.
The Starting Point: Broadway, Manhattan’s Most Under-Used Resource
The avenue's blocks dedicated already to only pedestrians and businesses show its promise but there are too few of them.
The avenue's blocks still expected to provide an efficient thoroughfare for cars fail to do so and put pedestrians in harm's way.
The Broadway Linear Park: The Vision
We've looked at how to redesign a specific block of the corridor from the ground up. Take a look for yourself!
Broadway can live up to its world-famous name and be an inviting gathering space for New Yorkers and visitors alike.
Illustration By Noelle Hunter
Check out our ideas on how The Broadway Linear Park's design can reflect and embrace the wonderful neighborhoods along the corridor.
Recent Events
Undercover Flash Mob: MP3 Experiment
We partnered with Improv Everywhere and the Garment District Alliance to coordinate a 2,000-person flash mob on one of Broadway's newest pedestrian plazas! This fun-filled event showed whats possible when we reclaim street space for the people.
Broadway Musical Bike Down
Working with Art Evolve, we led a musical bike ride down Broadway! This ride highlighted the potential of pedestrianization and the "Five Acts" to embrace and embolden the heart of the City.
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If you prefer email, please reach out to Andrew Hyatt, a campaign co-lead, at ahyatt@gmail.com.