Hells Kitchen Park

Hell's Kitchen Park is a 0.58-acre (0.23 ha) urban park located in the Hell's Kitchen neighborhood of Manhattan, New York City. The park sits on Tenth Avenue between West 47th and 48th Streets, providing a green space in this densely populated area of Midtown West.

Originally a parking lot, the site was converted into a park in response to community requests for more recreational spaces in the 1960s. After delays due to land studies, Hell's Kitchen Park officially opened on December 4, 1979. The park underwent a significant renovation in 2005, funded by a $1.2 million allocation from the local city council member.

The park serves as a vital community gathering space in an area with limited green areas. Local residents and community groups have played an active role in maintaining and improving the park over the years. In the 1980s, the West 47th Street Block Association and other residents collaborated to enhance safety by organizing gatherings and advocating for improved lighting and fencing.

Hell's Kitchen Park provides a mix of recreational facilities and open space for neighborhood residents and visitors. Its design aims to maximize usable area while maintaining green elements within its compact urban footprint.