New Artwork Now Floating Above Union Square: The Space Between Us by Risha Gorig
We announce today the installation of The Space Between Us (TSBU), as it soars above Union Square Park from now through May 2025. Brooklyn-based Multimedia Artist, Composer, Filmmaker, and Sculptor Risha Gorig brings TSBU to Union Square, elevating the reciprocal act of conversation above the cacophony of the city. TSBU is presented by NYC Parks’ Art in the Parks program and USP.
“Unity On Union Square: Love-Ego=Lov” Sculpture Unveiled in USQ Park
Union Square Partnership and NYC Parks today announced the installation of a new large-scale outdoor sculpture, experimental garden initiative and performance series known as “Unity on Union Square: Love-Ego=LOV.”
2024 14th Street Street Busway Mural Unveiled
Introduced in partnership with NYC DOT, “Flowing Together” honors Union Square as a place of constant movement, social gathering, and compassion for important causes throughout history.
New York City’s First Business Improvement District, Union Square Partnership, Celebrates 40 Years of Enhancing Livability, Fostering Economic Growth and Building Community
Union Square Partnership commemorated the anniversary on Monday, May 6 at the BID’s Annual Meeting, looking ahead to the next 40 years of transformative growth for the district
The Broadway Vision Plan is Heading to Union Square
The Broadway Vision Plan seeks to create pedestrian, cyclist, safety, and public space improvements along the iconic corridor. These improvements are making its way down to Union Square, extending work already seen north of East 21st Street.
USP Welcomes Alexander Klingspor's "N.Y.C Legend" to Union Square
“NYC Legend” by Alexander Klingspor opens in the Triangle Plaza at Union Square Park and will be on view until October 2024.
Jen Hensley of Con Edison Named President and Co-Chair of Board of Directors
Jen Hensley is named Co-Chair and President of Union Square Partnership DMA and Co-Chair of USP’s Board of Directors. Hensley brings more than 20 years of experience in government relations, New York civic and nonprofit affairs to New York City’s oldest business improvement district board.
Julie Stein Named Executive Director of Union Square Partnership
Union Square Partnership (USP), the community-based non-profit organization for the Union Square-14th Street neighborhood, announces the appointment of Julie Stein to Executive Director.
2023 New Union Square NYC Street Mural Unveiled
Introduced in partnership with NYC DOT, “Union with the Universe” pays homage to the district’s history as a place for people to gather together and advocate for social transformation.
“New” NY Plan Highlights District Vision Projects
Major public realm improvements could be on the way! Governor Hochul and Mayor Adams released their action plan which includes projects from the Union Square Vision Plan.