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This archived article was published in July 2003 In its 150th year, Central Park enjoys unprecedented popularity The year 2003 marked the 150th anniversary of New Yorks Central Park. On 21 July 1853, the New York State Legislature approved a bill designating land in the middle of Manhattan for a great public park. |
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