Known as Westlake Park for its first 60 years; MacArthur Park is considered one of Los Angelesrsquo;s original parks. Throughout its history; it has endured countless challenges as the neighborhood and city that surround it grew to become the current metropolis. Born out of progressive vision and drought; MacArthur Park; due to its elegant design and cultural programming; has been referred as a ldquo;civic jewelrdquo; and the West Coast version of Central Park. Like many urban parks; it has also been burdened with a negative image due to its many decades of neglect; crime; and municipal disinvestment. Today; MacArthur Park has survived as a critical green and cultural space for one of the most densely populated neighborhoods in the country. More importantly; MacArthur Park has served as an authentic democratic space for local stakeholders and visitors to gather; play; and protest.
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