What The Bronx Park looked like in the 1900s

What The Bronx Park looked like in the 1900s

In the first years of the 20th century, Bronx Park was a vast expanse of over 700 acres, a space intentionally divided into two distinct, world-class institutions and a wild river valley that ran between them. The park was not just a simple green space; it was a destination for scientific study, animal exhibition, and public recreation, drawing visitors from across the city and around the world. The northern portion of the park was home to the N…