Lincoln Park, Newark facts for kids
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Lincoln Park Historic District
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The Lincoln Park Towers across the street from the park itself.
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 Location in Essex County, New Jersey
Location in New Jersey
Location in the United States
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| Location | Lincoln Park, Broad, Washington and Spruce Streets, Clinton and Pennsylvania Avenues Newark, New Jersey |
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| Area | 23 acres (9.3 ha) |
| Architectural style | Italianate, Romanesque, Queen Anne |
| NRHP reference No. | 84002646 |
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| Added to NRHP | January 5, 1984 |
Lincoln Park is a city square and neighborhood in Newark, Essex County, New Jersey. It is sometimes called "the Coast." The park is surrounded by streets like Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd. and West Kinney St.
Part of this neighborhood is a historic district. This means it is recognized for its important history and unique buildings. It is listed on both the New Jersey Register of Historic Places and the National Register of Historic Places.
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History of Lincoln Park
Lincoln Park is one of Newark's oldest public spaces. It was one of three original "commons" from the colonial era. For a long time, it was a very popular area for fancy homes. Today, it is home to places like the City Without Walls art gallery, Newark Symphony Hall, and the Newark School of the Arts.
The main part of Lincoln Park has several statues. These include a statue of Frederick Theodore Frelinghuysen and Planting the Standard of Democracy by Charles Henry Niehaus. There is also Captive's Choice, a historic statue from 1884. It was made by an American sculptor named Chauncey Ives.
Lincoln Park also has many large, old trees. These trees add to the beauty and natural feel of the park. The Lincoln Park neighborhood also has two community gardens. These gardens help bring people together and grow fresh produce.
The Coast: A Musical Past
In the early 1900s, the Lincoln Park area was famous for its nightclubs. People called this lively neighborhood "The Coast." It was a place where music and entertainment thrived.
Lincoln Park Historic District
The Lincoln Park Historic District covers about 23 acres within the neighborhood. It was added to the National Register of Historic Places on January 5, 1984. This district is important because of its architecture, art, and landscape design.
It includes 41 buildings that contribute to its historical value. It also has one important site and three special objects. The Catedral Evangelica Reformada, which was listed on the National Register in 1972, is also part of this district.
Lincoln Park Music Festival
The Lincoln Park/Coast Cultural District (LPCCD) organizes the annual Lincoln Park Music Festival every July. This festival started in 2006 and has grown very popular. It now attracts about 50,000 visitors each year.
The LPCCD also hopes to create a Museum of American Music (MoAAM). This museum would celebrate the area's rich musical history. It would recognize how Lincoln Park helped develop many types of music.
Revitalizing the Arts District
The Lincoln Park/Coast Cultural District (LPCCD) is working to bring new life to the area. Their goal is to create a strong arts community. This community would include affordable homes, green jobs, music, culture, and urban farming.
Newark has a history of producing famous musicians. The "Coast" area is being redeveloped to honor this past. The aim is to create a smaller version of its former self, with deep connections to American music. Plans also include an "Arts Park," new homes, shops, a restaurant, a nightclub, and music and dance studios.
Lincoln Park has been named an "Arts District" of Newark. It is home to the City Without Walls art gallery and the Newark School of the Arts. The Newark School of the Arts is a well-supported institution for performing and fine arts. Newark Symphony Hall (at 1020 Broad Street) is another important venue for music and performances.
Many independent artists live in the new or renovated buildings in Lincoln Park. These buildings have been developed since 2008. Over the past 10 years, millions of dollars have been invested in Lincoln Park. This includes some of the city's first LEED and eco-friendly certified buildings.
Lincoln Park is close to many different types of buildings. These include places for institutions, homes, gardens, businesses, and schools.
Notable Buildings in Lincoln Park
Some important buildings around Lincoln Park include:
- Colleoni Apartments (39-41 Lincoln Park): Also known as Lincoln Park Lofts, this building was once a hotel. It was renovated in 2008 into homes for people with moderate incomes.
- Lincoln Park Towers (31-33 Lincoln Park): This 18-story building provides homes for seniors with low and moderate incomes. It used to be The Medical Arts Building.
- Newark School of the Arts (89-91 Lincoln Park): A well-known school for arts education.
- Adelaide Sanford Charter School (51-53 Lincoln Park): A local charter school.
- Dryden Mansion: This building serves as a center for non-profit organizations.
- The Newark Educators' Community Charter School (17-19 Crawford Street): This charter school was once a horse stable. It now teaches about 200 students from kindergarten to third grade.
Since 2013, Cory Booker, a well-known politician, has lived in a townhouse he owns on Longworth Street in the Lincoln Park area.
See also
In Spanish: Parque Lincoln (Newark) para niños
