Captain Tilly Park

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Artist:
Anthony V. Grande
Dedicated:1929
Location:Highland Ave. at 165th St.
Description:Flagstaff
Materials:Gray Westerly granite, steel pole
Dimensions:60'h (pole) 4'h (base) 2'9"w
Donor:Gift

Inscription

"IN MEMORY OF / ROBERT DITMARS VAN SICLEN / 1905 - 1928"

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Park Information

  • Captain George H. Tilly Monument
  • Captain Tilly Playground
  • Welcome to Captain Tilly Park
  • Goose Lake at Captain Tilly Park