Strawberry Fields
Memorial Site
Central Park, New York
"Yoko Ono donated a million dollars to the city to create a memorial"(7 Tips)
"In memory of John Lennon, Strawberry Fields forever."(3 Tips)
"A must visit for Beatles fans and especially John Lennon fans!"(4 Tips)
"A must see for all John Lennon fans!"(3 Tips)
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HISTORYJune 28, 2012Dedicated in 1985, this 2.5-acre area of the park is a memorial to musician John Lennon, who was murdered nearby on December 8, 1980.
CompassApril 21, 2014As a memorial to John Lennon, Strawberry Fields symbolizes his lifelong campaign for peace. A black-and-white mosaic says “Imagine” in its center and is designated as Central Park’s quiet zone.
Alyssa KApril 22, 2013Although it can be touristy, I as a Staten Island NY native enjoy the Imagine Circle John Lennon tribute! Wonderful & peaceful place to relax. You'll often be lucky to listen to The Meetles nearby. :)
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The Solo TravelerJanuary 3, 2015Beautiful even in winter. Even more beautiful idea by Yoko Ono with all those plants dedicated from around the world. An incredible tribute.
Leon TraazilJanuary 4, 2015Central Park is just beautiful. This is a nice spot to check out. Better in the daytime though. It pays homepage to John Lennon. Where he used to live and where he died is just around the corner.
Debora FacchiniMay 31, 2013If you enter from East 72nd street, this's one of the first things you will see. In memory of John Lennon, many fans pay their respects here daily. Donations for flowers r accepted.Let it BE forever!
ℳ𝒶𝓎♍January 24Memorial place in Central Park in memory of John Lennon, not far from where he lived and was shot outside the Dakota building; It is named after the Beatles song "Strawberry Fields Forever"
Rowan TwoSistersApril 30, 2014My hubs and i had our hoops, and some kids came up, took a photo, watched him flow, and then gave him two bucks. We gave it to the dude with the guitar. xoxoxo!
Torzin SJuly 3, 2015A place to imagine of the better world we hope, but not a peaceful place always full with tourists and John Lennon fans.
Steve AndroulakisAugust 6, 2014Moving and simple memorial. Street performers playing Beatles classics. Beware: tasteless people taking cheesy selfies for a memorial for someone who was murdered a few steps nearby.- Rolling StoneJanuary 14, 2011After John Lennon's death, Yoko Ono donated a million dollars to the city to create a memorial in his favorite section of Central Park, directly across the street from their home in The Dakota. Read more
Beth DeanSeptember 11, 2014It's truly peaceful here, there are always tribute singers that always set the right mood. It's probably one of my favourite places in New York
John WmsonApril 10, 2013Across the street from the entrance to Strawberry Fields is The Dakota, where John Lennon was shot at the entrance on December 8th,1980, and where Yoko Ono still resides.
Vito TartagliaOctober 14, 2015While the concept (a park zone with shape of a tear) is remarkable, the focus is on an ordinary mosaic. Just worthing a visit when someone good plays music there.
Paulette OsborneDecember 17, 2015It's a wonderful place to honor John. There's always someone willing to share a song or a story.
Laura BrunoJune 15, 2013Central Park West between 71st and 74th Streets, Strawberry Fields is tribute to John Lennon,musician and peace activist. 9 de octubre de 1940- 8 de diciembre de 1980,
If you enter from East 72nd street, this is one of the first things you will see. In memory of John Lennon, many fans pay their respects here daily. Donations for flowers are accepted!
Fernando RevecoDecember 11, 2022A must to pay tribute to John! And most of the time good interpreters!
LauraJune 2, 2014Very busy spot in Central Park just by the Dakota building. Go see the pins guy & buy a cute button, he has some interesting stories to tell
Marco DonjuanSeptember 17, 2015If you walk a bit past the Imagine plaque, there's a Yoko Ono audio bit via phone.
Jake VirissimoAugust 28, 2015No strawberries that's forsure but if your a fan of the beetles and John Legend then it's definitely a place to visit.
Russell HirschornOctober 3, 2015Must see but very touristy. Can make it a convenient stop if planned well.
Duncan PJSeptember 6, 2014If you dont have time to see much in the park then definitely make this a priority
Lincoln CenterJanuary 9, 2012“I come here to reflect and relax. It's easy to find a little privacy and work on music or just write down ideas.... in between naps.” —LaChanze, American Songbook
Vincent VelemaJanuary 29, 2012John Lennon! and yes here you have the Imagine monument, the Dakota building and the Rifstone arches, all within 50 meters.- A nice peaceful place. Be sure to tip any Beatles musicians!
Mark LombardiSeptember 28, 2014Good if your a Beatles fan. Gets crowded fast, so go early if you want a good picture.
Hey PeopleJuly 21, 2015It was cool to see the circle of Imagination. Sometimes, there's a guy who's dubbed the 'Strawberry Fields Singer.' Love that guy, love this place.
The attached photo was from the extremely rare time when this place isn’t mobbed with tourists.
Liliana BenitezAugust 16, 2015Nice place, but you cannot park your bike. They rent bikes and doesn't have good infrastructure. Mega fail.- A BCDAugust 5, 2015Yoko Ono made this lovely Imagine memorial in Central Park for John Lennon (he was killed across the street).
Lucas CarrijoJanuary 15, 2013Best entrance of the park! Walk towards the rocks and hang there for a while!
Cleasaí an DuineAugust 4, 2015Nice contemplative space to sit and listen to a busker or just to reflect.
Munirah AlOqlaAugust 15, 2014"Imagine there's no countriesIt isn't hard to doNothing to kill or die forAnd no religion tooImagine all the peopleLiving life in peace..." 💔
- John WmsonApril 10, 2013Imagine: Strawberry Fields was dedicated on what would have been John Lennon's 45th birthday, October 9, 1985, by NYC Mayor Ed Koch and Lennon's widow Yoko Ono, who had underwritten the project.
Rozanne ElsMay 31, 2017Lovely. But damn. Those singers really need to up their game if they're going to sing The Beatles.
Jeff JenkinsNovember 29, 2014Go early in the morning if you don't want to run into a million tourists
Jinnie LOctober 25, 2014dedicated to John Lennon from the Beatles. very peaceful n respectful "IMAGINE"
When I visit the Imagine mosaic I also sit on Ray's memorial bench and think about all that is good.
Jackson SimmondsAugust 27, 2010Most perfect picnic spot on the planet (thanks for sharing, Michael!) Pick up Shake Shack, bring a blanket, some shades and your main squeeze and you're good to go.
RebelHeart MindischiefboySeptember 6, 2015You can feel the vibe yeah you may say I'm a dreamer but I'm not the only one
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