Williamsbridge Oval
The Williamsbridge Oval is a park located in the Norwood neighborhood of The Bronx.
History
It was built on the site of the Williamsbridge Reservoir in 1934.[1]
In popular culture
- In Penny Marshall's film Awakenings (1990), Robin Williams' and Robert DeNiro's characters are filmed taking a walk through the Williamsbridge Oval park.[2]
References
- ↑ "Before They Were Parks". New York City Department of Parks and Recreation. Retrieved 6 September 2015.
- ↑ "Awakenings Filming Locations". International Movie Database. Retrieved 7 September 2015.
External links
- New York City Department of Parks and Recreation Williamsbridge Oval Recreation Center Page
- Friends of the Williamsbridge Oval
Coordinates: 40°52′39″N 73°52′39″W / 40.877539°N 73.877515°W
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