What was once the entrance to a grand mansion is now a hidden gem in Fort Tryon Park: the Billings Arcade, an arched passage with a remarkable past. Wandering through the park's lush pathways to find these stunning remains is a great way to spend an afternoon—and take some memorable pictures. The photogenic arcade was once part of Tryon Hall, a mansion built by wealthy horseman Cornelius K.G. Billings to be close to the nearby racetrack (today’s Harlem River Drive). Construc