NYC officials came together to celebrate the refurbishment and redesign of the basketball courts at Tompkins Square Park. The courts reflect the artwork of Na Chainkua Reindorf, who is inspired by West African Folklore, utilizing her signature style and “all-seeing eye” motif that is prominent throughout her portfolio. The artwork at Tompkins Square Park represents the women’s gaze, vision and power.
Reindorf, NYC Parks Commissioner Sue Donoghue, Glossier Chief Executive Officer Kyle Leahy, WNBA Commissioner Cathy Engelbert, WNBA player Brionna Jones, representatives from Project Backboard, and elected officials gathered at the park to celebrate the redesign. “We are delighted to celebrate our partnership with Glossier, Project Backboard, and renowned artist Na Chainkua Reindorf to refurbish and redesign the basketball courts in Tompkins Square Park,” said Commissioner Donoghue. “This partnership brings together creativity and community spirit to enliven the courts and spread an important message about women’s empowerment in sports.
NYC Parks is excited to continue bringing public art to New Yorkers in this park and around the city, and I look forward to seeing the positive impact this partnership will have on our NYC communities.” The upgrades were made possible through the NYC Parks’ Adopt-a-Park program. This initiative not only revitalizes playgrounds, but also transforms New York City as a whole.
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