The Gates, Central Park, New York, 1979-2005

Christo And Jeanne-Claude Will Unveil The Gates, Central Park, New York, 1979-2005: "From February 12 through February 27, New York City and Central Park will host an extraordinary art event. Celebrated artists Christo and Jeanne-Claude will unveil THE GATES, PROJECT FOR CENTRAL PARK 1979-2005 on February 12 (weather permitting). On view for 16 days, the 7,500 gates will line 23 miles of pathways in Central Park, from 59th Street to 110th Street. Saffron-colored fabric panels will hang seven feet above the ground, blowing in the wind and delighting the public walking beneath with a warm glow of translucent color. The gates will seem like a golden river appearing and disappearing through the bare branches of the trees. The exhibit is free for everyone to enjoy and will not interfere with normal Park activity. "