The next stop on the tour is Fraunces Tavern, which was originally built as a mansion in 1719 by Stephen DeLancey. Located at Broad and Queen Streets, it was used for residential purposes, then as offices for a mercantile firm from 1740 through 1759. Samuel Fraunces bought it in 1762 and opened what was originally …
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Bowling Green
Bowling Green is the oldest park in New York. Although it is also possibly one of the smallest parks in the city, it has a fascinating history which can still be seen to this day. Situated at the end of Broadway and near Battery Park, it is a popular subway stop at a crossroad in …