What is the history behind Madison Square Garden?

It all dates to the 1800's when a square in New York City was called Madison Square, named after President James Madison. Nearby, a facility was built in 1879 to facilitate larger crowds and was leased to the great P.T. Barnum. However, it did not have a roof and was subject to inclimate weather.



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The original Madison Square Garden was built in 1832 at 26th Street and Madison Avenue, although it didn't take that name until 1879. These days, you'll find the fourth incarnation of Madison Square GARDEN northwest of here, but Madison Square PARK is where you'll find delightful greenery.

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