# Washington Square Park

- **Activity Name**: Washington Square Park
- **Rating**: 4.6 (706 reviews)
- **Location**: 901 N. Clark St.
- **City**: Chicago
- **State**: Illions
- **Country**: USA
- **Activity URL**: https://allevents.in/chicago/things-to-do/washington-square-park-aid4ry9hk

## About this Activity

This small park is tucked across the street from the Newberry Library in the Near North Community. The park is 2.85 acres and it features a floral garden and fountain. Washington Square Park is an active community park and a popular wedding ceremony location. 

## Pricing

- **Starting Price**: USD 0
- **Currency**: USD

## Essential Information

- **Location**: 901 N. Clark St.
- **Address**: Chicago, Illions, USA
- **Timings**: 
  - Everyday: 06:00 AM to 11:00 PM
- **Phone Numbers**: 
  - +1 312 742 7895

## About the place

Washington Square Park, located in Chicago’s Gold Coast neighborhood, is a historic and charming park that offers a tranquil retreat in the middle of the bustling city. Often referred to as "Bughouse Square" due to its history as a hub for public speeches and debates, this park features beautifully landscaped gardens, tree-lined pathways, and a central fountain that provides a peaceful ambiance. It’s an ideal spot for a quiet stroll, reading, or simply enjoying the serene atmosphere. Surrounded by historic architecture and near the Newberry Library, Washington Square Park is a favorite for locals looking to relax and soak in a bit of Chicago’s cultural and historical essence.

## Additional Information

In 1842, the American Land Company donated a three-acre parcel to the City, naming it Washington Square, likely inspired by a similar park in New York City. The park quickly became surrounded by fine homes and churches, and by 1869, improvements such as lawns, trees, and walkways were added. A Victorian fountain was installed by the 1890s, but the park later fell into disrepair. In 1906, Alderman McCormick, dedicated to revitalizing the area, donated a new fountain and secured funding for further enhancements, which were designed by renowned landscape architect Jens Jensen. By the 1910s, the neighborhood around Washington Square had become diverse, leading to its nickname, "Bughouse Square," where it evolved into a hub for free speech, attracting artists, writers, and political activists. A group known as "The Dill Pickle Club" emerged, celebrating open expression. In 1957, the park was transferred to the Chicago Park District, and while McCormick's fountain was removed in the 1970s, a restoration plan was initiated in the late 1990s, resulting in a reconstructed historic fountain and various landscape improvements.

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## Activity Tags

- **Tags**: Theme Parks, Outdoor, Hangout, Parks & Gardens, Botanical Gardens, Historical

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