The Arches, a two-acre area under the Brooklyn Bridge in New York City, has reopened after being closed for 15 years due to restoration work. This renovated public space includes amenities for basketball, pickleball, shuffleboard, and seating, making it a vibrant hub for both skating and community gatherings. Skateboarding icons like Tony Hawk have advocated for its return, highlighting its global significance. The project, revitalized by the city in 2023, aims to create a lively, inclusive area for neighborhood interaction, with an additional $50 million planned for further enhancements by 2026.
"In the shade of the iconic Brooklyn Bridge, this project delivers many things," said Deputy Mayor for Operations Jeff Roth. "An architectural marvel, a proper home for skating in one of the sport's global hubs. And a place to relax in a neighborhood with too few."
"It's an icon of skating around the world," said CEO Benjamin Anderson. "To have it reopened is absolutely profound. This historic skate spot is a special place where people from across the world have come to skate. To find community, and we're thrilled to see it open to the public once again."
New York Mayor Eric Adams wants to "bring this space back to life." He added he hoped it will "transform it into a lively, inclusive space for friends and neighbors to come together."
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