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About The Hall of Fame for Great Americans

The Hall of Fame for Great Americans is an outdoor sculpture gallery located on the grounds of Bronx Community College in the Bronx, New York City.The memorial structure is an open-air colonnade, 630 feet in length with space for 102 bronze sculptures, designed in the neoclassical style by architect Stanford White.
Address : University Ave & W 181st St, The Bronx, NY 10453, USA

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Roberto Clemente State ParkRoberto Clemente State Park, located in the Bronx, New York, is a beautiful state park that is home to a variety of recreational activities. The park spans 25 acres of lush green space and features two outdoor swimming pools, a soccer field, handball courts, basketball courts, tennis courts, a fully-equipped fitness center, a playground, picnic areas, and a walking/running track. The park also has its own marina and is a great spot for fishing.
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St. James ParkSt. James Park is a historic park located in the Bronx, New York City. It is home to many monuments and statues, including the Soldiers and Sailors Monument and the Christopher Columbus Monument. The park also features a large pond that is surrounded by lush trees and foliage, providing visitors with a peaceful and calming atmosphere. There are plenty of benches and picnic areas, making it ideal for a relaxing day outdoors.
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The Birthplace of Hip HopThe Birthplace of Hip Hop is located in Bronx County, New York, just a few miles away from Monument Park at Yankee Stadium. The Bronx is credited with being the birthplace of hip hop culture in the 1970s, with DJ Kool Herc, Afrika Bambaataa, Grandmaster Flash, and Grand Wizard Theodore all helping to create the iconic genre. The hip hop movement has gone on to become a prominent part of the music and culture industry around the world.
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Edgar Allan Poe CottageThe Edgar Allan Poe Cottage is located in the Bronx, New York and is a National Historic Landmark. The cottage was the last home of the famed author Edgar Allan Poe. The cottage, which was built in 1812, is situated in the Bronx's Poe Park and is surrounded by the picturesque Crotona Park and Barretto Point Park. Visitors to the cottage can explore the small museum located inside, which contains memorabilia and artifacts from the author's life.
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Claremont ParkClaremont Park in the Bronx, New York is a stunning park featuring a variety of recreational activities and beautiful natural features. Located near the Bronx Zoo, the park spans 10 acres and includes a playground, basketball courts, and a roller hockey area.
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Arthur Avenue Retail MarketArthur Avenue Retail Market is a historic shopping destination located in the Bronx. The market opened its doors in 1940 and is located in the Arthur Avenue neighborhood near the Bronx Zoo and Crotona Park. The market is comprised of a variety of small, family-owned shops that offer a wide selection of Italian food, spices, deli meats, and other specialty items. The market is also home to a popular open-air market where vendors offer fresh fruits, vegetables, and other locally sourced items.

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The name Bronx originated with Swedish-born Jonas Bronck, who established the first settlement in the area as part of the New Netherland colony in 1639.

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