HUDSON — Several residents have organized and begun fundraising for the construction of the town’s first Universal Design playground. Founded by Amy Griffis, Smile2Play seeks to raise about ...

The space at Lionel E. Hudson Park includes a wheelchair glider, accessible swing and ADA-compliant ramps and sidewalks, in addition to climbing equipment, games and slides.

And on the Hudson River, a new playground designed by Michael Van Valkenburgh & Associates—the same firm behind Brooklyn Bridge Park—is now open for young New Yorkers to enjoy.

Hudson River Park’s new Science Playground houses two play structures shaped like sturgeons. (Courtesy Hudson River Park) SHARE. Adjacent to Manhattan’s Pier 26, ...