by NYC Parks
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Faber Park Playground gives Port Richmond families a free spot to play, with structures sized for young children. Like other NYC Parks playgrounds, it is free and open to everyone.
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Open dawn to dusk
Free; no registration
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Ages 0–12.
Free; no registration
Open dawn to dusk
2175 Richmond Terrace, 10302, in Port Richmond, Staten Island.
No. Faber Park Playground is outdoors, so plan for weather, sunscreen and water.
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