Serrano Recognizes 100th Anniversary of the Grand Concourse

During its 100 year history, the Grand Concourse has seen the arrival of countless newcomers to the Bronx and has been the launching point for their aspirations and their many valuable contributions to the community, the city and the nation. It is not merely a transportation corridor, but has also become a thriving cultural and commercial center for the borough.

Known as the Champs Elysées of the Bronx, the Grand Concourse has the largest collection of Art Deco and Art Moderne buildings in the country. Because of its rich history, it has been designated as a National Historic Place and as a special preservation district by the City of New York. “The Grand Concourse is such a special part of the Bronx," said Serrano upon introducing the resolution. "It is incredible how integral it has been to the growth of the Bronx over the past 100 years and I wanted highlight that as we celebrate the Grand Concourse’s centennial. It will continue to be an important hub of the borough and a cultural landmark of the city.”