Pelham Bay Park is home to history.

Learn more about the past of the largest park in the New York City park system.

 
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Treaty Tree

A large tree on the grounds of the Bartow-Pell Mansion Museum is said to mark the spot of an historic meeting.

Photo: Tom Casey

Photo: Tom Casey

Battle of Pell’s Point

The Revolutionary War touched all of New York City, even the parts that weren’t incorporated yet.

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John Mullaly

Mullaly Park is named for him, but what does he have to do with Pelham Bay Park?