Union Square is a hub for people in New York City. The park identity comes from the role of Union Square, what it has played in the past and what it represents in the present. In history, political activities happened in Union Square such as labor unions, civil war rallies and demonstrations in support of women’s suffrage. Now it represents the spirit of the city of pulsing rhythm and diversity. It is based on the idea of painting over the top of the iconic mark, New York City’s MTA Helvetica, Union Square, representing the stability of the history and the street-inspired graffiti which represents the energy of the people.
