Central Park - 1949 Part 1

Description

A documentary guide to recreational facilities in New York City's Central Park. Included are scenes of the Tavern on the Green, Bethesda Fountain, Cleopatra's Needle, Hansom Cabs, and the Seal Pool. People are shown enjoying recreational activities such as softball, tennis, horseback riding, and concerts. Also shown is President Truman giving an address in the park. Presented by The Reorientation Branch, Office of the Under Secretary Department of the Army, and produced by the Motion Picture Selection, New York Field Office.

Collection

Records of the U.S. Information Agency

Series

Moving Images Relating to U.S. Domestic and International Activities