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Mount Morris Park Historic District

Recent Headlines

Central Harlem

January 08, 2013

Loss of Lenox Lounge Puts Spotlight on Historic Preservation in Harlem

The historic neighborhood does not have its share of historic designations, advocates say.

Central Harlem

July 06, 2012

Neglect Caused Partial Roof Collapse at Vacant Harlem Building, Says DOB

Residents say they've been complaining for years about potential danger at 260 Lenox Avenue.

Central Harlem

May 30, 2012

Mount Morris Park House Tour Showcases Historic Homes

The house tour will feature the home of Albert Maysles and the former home of Kareem Abdul-Jabbar.

Central Harlem

May 04, 2012

Central Harlem Landmark Plan to Push for New Historic Districts

CB 10, which covers Central Harlem, has unveiled its first comprehensive preservation plan.

Harlem

April 04, 2012

Scaffold Has Cast Shadow on Harlem Street for Too Many Years, Residents Say

The scaffolding has attracted public urination and drug sales for eight years, said area residents.

Harlem

March 30, 2012

Break-Ins at 'Ghetto' Liquor Store Spark Police Criticism

The owner of a twice-burglarized liquor store said police haven't been responsive.

Harlem

March 29, 2012

Raids Won't Force Liquor Store to Reinstall 'Ghetto' Security, Owner Says

The Harlem store was broken into twice in one week after the owner removed bulletproof glass. 

Harlem

January 09, 2012

Rucker Park, Home to NBA and Street Ball Stars, Could Become Landmark

CB10 wants to give Rucker Park, home to NBA and street ball legends alike, historic designation.

Harlem

January 04, 2012

'Ghetto' Harlem Liquor Store Gets New Look, Community Backing

The liquor store on Lenox Avenue and 119th Street removed its neon sign and bulletproof plexiglass.

Harlem

November 28, 2011

Mount Morris Park Residents Outraged by 'Ghetto' Liquor Store

Mount Morris Park residents were disappointed when a liquor store ringed in bulletproof glass moved in.