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- CHESS_190827_20.JPG: The Kinderberg
Constructed on this site in 1866 was the largest and most elaborate rustic structure built in Central Park -- the Kinderberg.
The existing stone foundation wall marks the perimeter of this summerhouse, which was part of the original Children's District of the Park. It measured 110 feet in diameter and was intended as a cool, shady spot for children and their parents. Kinderberg means "children's mountain" and refers to the large outcrop of Manhattan schist upon which the shelter was built and which children continue today to use as a natural slide.
- CHESS_190827_23.JPG: Chess & Checkers House
In 1952, the deteriorated Kinderberg was replaced by the Chess & Checkers House. Financier Bernard Baruch, whose "office" was a bench in Central Park, provided funds for the house and tables to be enjoyed by the Park's many chess and checkers players.
The building was renovated in 1983-84 by the Central Park Conservancy with funds from many generous donors. The pergola, erected by a special crew of Parks Department craftspeople in 1985, follows the octagonal outline of the original Kinderberg and provides a restful, shady place evocative of that rustic summerhouse.
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- Description of Subject Matter: Chess & Checkers House
The Chess & Checkers House is one of five visitor centers run by Central Park Conservancy. Chess and checkers players are welcome to borrow pieces from the Conservancy staff, or bring their own. Dominos and backgammon are also available.
Soon after the Park was opened in the 1860s, it was criticized by local newspapers for its lack of facilities for children and their caregivers. The commissioners responded by creating a Children's District in the southern part of the park. The features included the Dairy, the playground (now Heckscher Playground and Ballfield), a children's cottage (since demolished), and the Kinderberg, or "children's mountain," where the Park's largest rustic shelter once stood. In 1952, private funds enabled construction of the Chess & Checkers House to replace the Kinderberg. In 1986, Central Park Conservancy restored the building and built the rustic pergola surrounding the house to provide shade for players.
The above was from http://www.centralparknyc.org/things-to-see-and-do/attractions/chess-checkers-house.html
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