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Map of Lands included in the Central Park from a Topographical Survey by Egbert Viele, 1855. The map depicts features of the landscape as well as existing structures within the area such as Seneca Village, on the west side between 83rd and 86th streets. Department of Parks Drawings, NYC Municipal Archives.

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