Tony Dapolito Recreation Center
Hudson Square
This is where De Niro first spoke to Moriarty in Raging Bull, their fingers touching through wire mesh in a scene that was largely improvised. The fence is gone, but the diving board and lifeguard chair remain, plus a vibrant Keith Haring mural splashed across the back wall.
Historic bathhouse setting
Keith Haring mural
Raging Bull film location
Community neighborhood vibe
Tips
🏊"John the Chief lifeguard is a true Legend"
🎨"best communal pool in town" (Time Out)
🎬arrive early morning for that cinematic quiet
Tony Dapolito Recreation Center
Hudson Square
This is where De Niro first spoke to Moriarty in Raging Bull, their fingers touching through wire mesh in a scene that was largely improvised. The fence is gone, but the diving board and lifeguard chair remain, plus a vibrant Keith Haring mural splashed across the back wall.
Historic bathhouse setting
Keith Haring mural
Raging Bull film location
Community neighborhood vibe
Tips
🏊"John the Chief lifeguard is a true Legend"
🎨"best communal pool in town" (Time Out)
🎬arrive early morning for that cinematic quiet