Van Cortlandt Park Alliance is proud to share that we are partnering with the Design Trust for Public Space and Liminal sp to reimagine the Enslaved African Burial Ground in Van Cortlandt Park as a dynamic memorial space that fosters long-term healing and restoration.
Through community engagement, a series of meaningful activations and events, and a design ideas competition, the Enslaved African Burial Ground will become a destination in Van Cortlandt Park that honors the memories of those who shaped the space, as well as provide a place for deep reflection, meaningful education, collective healing, and vibrant cultural opportunities.
The Enslaved African Burial Ground was officially acknowledged and named by NYC Parks on Juneteenth in 2021, with a commemoration that included a traditional libation ceremony, unveiling of new signage, and performances by local Bronx artists.
Look for related programming this spring and summer.
Learn more about the project here.
Reimagining the Enslaved African Burial Ground in Van Cortlandt Park supported by the Mellon Foundation.
Our Contact Information
Van Cortlandt Park Alliance
80 Van Cortlandt Park South, Ste. E1
Bronx, NY 10463
718-601-1460
http://vancortlandt.org
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