Richman (Echo) Park

Welcome to New York City's Richman (Echo) Park located in the Bronx. For nearly a century it has gotten it's name from the fact that the two large rocks inside the park create an echo effect. In 1973, it was named in honor of Julius Richman, a man who served the City of New York on the Twin Parks Board and Urban Action Task Force. Today this park boasts basketball courts, a playground, and more. Come out and have fun!

The acreage of adjoining O'Brien Oval is included in this park's profile. O'Brien Oval was named for WWI Veteran Thomas A. O'Brien who fell in battle on October 12, 1918.

New York City Park Ordinances

*Unless otherwise posted all parks close at 1:00 a.m. and open at 6:00 a.m.

*The following are prohibited; childless adults in the playground areas, defacing public property, fighting, gambling, glass objects, harming wildlife, littering, sexual activity, weapons.

*The following are only allowed in designated areas; alcoholic beverages, bicycles, fires, fishing, horseback riding, motor vehicles, swimming.

*The following require special permits; camping, sales.

*All animals must be leashed and waste removed.

Please respect these rules, the parks, and all local, State of New York, and United States statutes.