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Please note that these Hall of Shame nominations were written in a moment in time (most over a decade ago) and likely have since changed or even been transformed. If the above entry is now great, or still not so great, go ahead and comment below on how it has evolved or nominate it as a great place.

*Nominee 

Alphabet City Community Gardens

New York City

NY

USA

Contributed by 
Project for Public Spaces
 on 
February 13, 2007
May 1, 2024

A series of beautiful communmity gardens that dot Alphabet City.

What makes it Great?

Why it doesn't work?

The beautiful gardens that dot Alphabet City in New York's Lower East Side are a testament to the commitment of hundreds of community residents, young and old, who nurtured the decaying, empty lots back to life after decades of serious decline.

Access & Linkages

Comfort & Image

Uses & Activities

Sociability

How Light?

How Quick?

How Cheap?

History & Background

Related Links & Sources

Alphabet City Community Gardens
Alphabet City Community Gardens
Alphabet City Community Gardens
Alphabet City Community Gardens
Alphabet City Community Gardens
Alphabet City Community Gardens
Alphabet City Community Gardens
Alphabet City Community Gardens

*Please note that these Hall of Shame nominations were written in a moment in time (most over a decade ago) and likely have since changed or even been transformed. If the above entry is now great, or still not so great, go ahead and comment below on how it has evolved or nominate it as a great place.

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