McCarren Park and Ericcson Playground

Welcome to New York City's wonderful McCarren Park and Ericcson Playground located in Brooklyn. McCarren Park is named for Irish immigrant Patrick Henry McCarren who eventually became a New York state senator in the late 19th century. This park was first established in 1909 the same year that McCarren passed away. Ericcson Playground was named for Swedish-American inventor John Ericcson. These 2 parks are next to each other so they share a profile.

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.