Figure 1-6. Bandshell, 2020 (source: Mundus Bishop)
Figure 1-7. Glen Huntington Bandshell, 2020 (source: Mundus Bishop)
Circulation Circulation at the Bandshell site has been altered to meet the changing needs of the park and the surrounding urban context. During the period of significance, pathways were aligned to access the Bandshell. The two concrete paved sidewalks that extend from the north corners of the site to the Bandshell, and are in a similar alignment to those in place in the 1940s. It is unclear if the original walkways were paved concrete or composed of other materials. Historic aerial images indicate that there were paths at the southern corners of the amphitheater. These walkways were removed when pathways were realigned across the park in the 1960s. Sandstone paving was installed at the southwest corner of the amphitheater in 2019. A remnant stone path on the berm south of the amphitheater connects the south lawn to the amphitheater seating. It is unknown if the remnant stone path is original to amphitheater or a later addition. The amphitheater does not currently have a designated accessible route or accessible seating. Concrete paved sidewalks appear to be ADA-compliant in slope for accessible pedestrian access. The slope of the amphitheater is greater than 5% and is not ADA-compliant for accessible access or seating. The large level terrace between the seating and stage is ADA-compliant in slope. The nearest existing ADA-compliant accessible parking space is approximately 525-feet from the Bandshell on 13th Street. 25 Structure Character-defining features of the Bandshell include its original location and role as a focal point within Central Park. Located on the northwest corner of Central Park, the structure is a prominent landmark on Canyon Boulevard. Its placement and prominence within Central Park draws people in from surrounding thoroughfares to the amphitheater and front of the stage. Character-defining features of the amphitheater seating include its sloped concrete terrace with 15 rows, and its three sections. The amphitheater seating is defined on its south edge by the low berm. Small-Scale Features Sandstone wall at the edge of the planting bed is a part of the original construction. Contemporary, non- contributing small-scale features across the site support daily park functions and include regulatory signage, trash and recycling bins, and lampposts.
25 ADA refers to the American's with Disabilities Act.
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