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Older than either Central Park or Prospect Park in New York City, Forsyth Park is a very early expression of the American Public Park Movement, where communities constructed public open spaces as retreats from urban life. Forsyth Park offered the residents of Savannah, the thirty-third largest city in the U.S. in 1840, a carefully conceived and ...
Forsyth Park (formerly known as the Military Parade Ground) [1] is a large city park that occupies 30 acres (0.12 km 2) in the historic district of Savannah, Georgia, United States. The park is bordered by Gaston Street to the north, Drayton Street to the east, Park Avenue to the south and Whitaker Street to the west.
The first visit to Forsyth Park can be breathtakingly overwhelming. Oftentimes, visitors need to carve out an entire day to experience all 30 acres of grand scenery, blooming flowers, historic homes and the timeless Parisian-inspired Forsyth Park Fountain.
The park’s iconic fountain was installed in 1858 and is today one of the most-photographed places in Savannah. Spanning more than 30 acres, Forsyth Park is Savannah’s largest and oldest public park.
Savannah's oldest park, spanning over 30 acres. About Us. Quick Info. ~ Free Admission. ~ Free Parking. ~ Open Year-round. ~ Family Friendly. Hours of Operation. Monday : 7:00a - 11:00p.
Forsyth Park is a historically significant landscape and one of the premier examples of public-park planning in the United States in the nineteenth century. Forsyth Park also has a remarkably high degree of historic integrity.
Forsyth Park is the ultimate gathering spot for Savannah‘s locals and visitors alike. At the park you’ll find tennis and basketball courts, grassy fields, scenic wheelchair friendly walking paths, an amphitheater, a Fragrant Garden for the blind and a quaint cafe.
This majestic 30-acre park named for Georgia’s 33rd governor has it all! The City’s most famous fountain—installed in 1858 and modeled after the fountains at the Place de la Concorde in Paris—crowns the northern edge of the park, inspiring contemplation and selfies, proposals and weddings.
This 30-acre haven in Savannah's heart is a historical treasure. The towering trees with Spanish moss whispered stories of the past, while the paths offered serene escapes from modern life. The highlight was the majestic Forsyth Fountain, a true symbol of Savannah's charm since 1858.
Plans for a proposed office complex on Forsyth Park took a key step through local planning wheels Tuesday, receiving recommendations for approval on two zoning items from the Chatham County ...
Forsyth Park is the largest park in the historic district of Savannah, Georgia. The park covers 30 acres of land just south of Gaston Street and north of Park Avenue. The east border of Forsyth Park is Drayton Street, and on the west is Whitaker.
There are lots of things to do at Forsyth Park in Savannah, Georgia. From history in the park to brunch and LGBTQ events, this guide to Forsyth Park and the Victorian District of Savannah is all you need for a great visit.
As the largest park in the charming southern city of Savannah, Forsyth Park is a hub of daily activity as well as many special cultural events. Learn about the Parisian inspiration for Savannah's landmark green space.
Forsyth Park is a must-see for any visitor to Savannah. Dating from 1851, it is one of the oldest and prettiest urban parks in the United States. Its original 10 acres center on the distinctive fountain, surrounded by Savannah’s characteristic moss-hung oaks and in spring, flowering azaleas.
The view of Forsyth Park’s fountain – seen at the end of a wide walk lined with moss-hung oaks – is one of the best-known sights in Savannah, and a favorite stop for tourists and visitors to the city. The history of the fountain stretches back to the late 1850s, when the first major phase of the improvement of Forsyth Park began.
Forsyth Park usually ranks high on the list of “must see” spots in Savannah, so…you know what that means! Today I’m going to share some of my favorite photos of the area to help you see what makes it so special.
The first visit to Savannah's Forsyth Park can be breathtakingly overwhelming. Oftentimes, visitors need to carve out an entire day to experience all 30 acres of grand scenery, blooming...
Forsyth Park. Drayton Street & East Park Avenue. Savannah, GA 31401. (912) 651-6610. TripAdvisor Yelp Report. Forsyth Park is the largest park in the historic district of Savannah Georgia. It was originally created in the 1840s on 10 acres of land. In 1851, the park was expanded and named for Georgia Governor John Forsyth. Mr.
The 33-acre Forsyth Park, Savannah’s largest, was named after Georgia’s 33rd governor John Forsyth and is home to the most famous fountain in the city. Inspired by the Parisian Place de la Concorde, the Forsyth Fountain was installed in 1858 and today, it’s the focal point of every picture-perfect image from weddings to the classic ...
Built in 1858, it may be the most photographed attraction in all of Savannah. Covering 30 acres, this lush park is a hub of activity and the scene of concerts, sports, people-watching and even...
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Steps to Forsyth Park, Black Rabbit, Sentient Bean, Brighter Day Market, Starland, SCAD, free DOT and other buses and activity. Use of private brick courtyard and secure single car garage for parking if necessary. ... unwind at Forsyth Park, enjoy the Savannah Film Festival, and take a 30-minute drive to Tybee Island for easy beach access. ...