HISTORY OF JONES BEACH

When:

- Jones Beach is a state park located on Long Island, New York, that was first developed in the 1920s. The park was designed by Robert Moses, a prominent New York City planner, who envisioned a beach that would rival some of the most famous beaches in Europe. Construction began in 1929 and was completed in time for the park's official opening on August 4, 1929.

Why:

- It was created as part of a larger effort by New York State to increase access to recreational opportunities for the public.

Who was it created for:

- Jones Beach, NY, was created as a public recreation area for the public. It was created as part of a larger effort by New York State to increase access to recreational opportunities for all people, regardless of their social or economic status. Robert Moses believed that everyone deserved access to public spaces like Jones Beach, and he designed the park to be inclusive and welcoming to all visitors.

- https://parks.ny.gov/documents/inside-ouragency/JonesBeachHistoricStructuresandCulturalLandscapeRep ort.pdf.

-