Sad that Park(ing) Day NYC is over? Don't be — on October 18th, Park(ing) Day Redux is bringing it back for an encore!
On Saturday, October 18th from 12-6pm, Park(ing) Day Redux will make its debut on 21st Street between 10th and 11th Avenue. Hosted in partnership with Eyebeam Art + Technology Center, Redux will bring together some of the most inspired locations from Park(ing) Day NYC 2008. Installed together on a closed street, these exemplary Park(ing) Spots will recreate the day in miniature. Don't miss your chance to experience a truly Park(ed) street.
Check out the Park(ing) Day 2008 video on StreetFilms!
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