EAST VILLAGE, Manhattan (PIX11) – The Tompkins Square Park field house in Manhattan’s East Village has reopened after a $5.6 million renovation project that included upgrades to its public restrooms.
The New York City Department of Parks and Recreation renovated the building’s interior and exterior, including its four public restrooms.
The parks department also made accessibility improvements to the building by redesigning interior layouts, adding new entryways, and installing ADA-compliant ramps.
"This newly renovated field house will ensure that Tompkins Square Park can remain a vital hub for the East Village community for years to come,” NYC Parks Commissioner Sue Donoghue said. “By modernizing the public restrooms, ensuring accessibility, upgrading the building’s infrastructure, and creating a more functional space for park operations, we are making crucial improvements to this beloved local landmark."
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