Nestled between the edge of the North Woods and the banks of the Harlem Meer, Central Park's largest project to date—save for the park’s construction in the mid-19th century—makes its public debut this week. The Davis Center at the Harlem Meer delivers a transformative new destination on the northern edge, with all-season recreation, bold design choices, and a remarkable integration into the landscape of this oft-forgotten about corner of the park. We were lucky enough to get a sneak peek of the project in advance of its big opening celebration on Saturday, April 26.
A capstone project of the revitalization of northern Central Park, the Davis Center replaces the old Lasker Rink. It has been 7 1/2 years in the making and comes with a whopping $160 million price tag.