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Socrates Sculpture Park

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Sculpture in State Fair exhibition at Socrates Sculpture Park, Long Island City, Queens, NY

First carved out of an abandoned dump by sculptor Mark di Suvero, Socrates is now a city park on the river's edge with beautiful views and a rotating series of installations. Try to time a visit with free events – such as yoga on weekends from mid-May to late September, and Wednesday-night movies in July and August.

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