Originally known as Fourth Ave. In 1830s between E 34th- E 40th, there used to be a rail line. To beautify area a green space was created. Road was renamed Park Ave in 1860. More site info via<LINK> Read more.
This is actually a very expensive restaurant for eating good seafood but, in the hall, they have this Forrest Gump store since they became more famous due to the film. Read more.