The historic marker in James Weldon Johnson Park records the effects of Jacksonville’s Great Fire of 1901 on our city’s cherished public square vividly and specifically: “The park and its renowned live oaks were devoured by the flames and only the Confederate Monument survived, its base glowing red from the heat.” The marker also describes
JACKSONVILLE, FLA., April 18, 2024 – Councilwoman Ju’Coby Pittman, The Ritz Theater & Museum and the City of Jacksonville are excited to announce the fourth annual Jacksonville Emancipation Celebration taking place in James Weldon Johnson Park. The festival will take place on Sunday, May 19, 2024 in an effort to educate the community about the
Q: How long have you worked here and what drew you to the job? Britt: Since January 11, 2016. I remember that date because it changed my life. I was in a homeless shelter, had just relocated from Chicago about a year prior after my marriage breaking up. I got the email to start January
On a warm spring day, lunch goers gather at outdoor tables enjoying food truck fare as live music echoes amid the downtown architecture. Sculptures stand tall and inviting, historic monuments beckon visitors and residents while dynamic mosaic art creates brilliant color accents along cement walls. This is James Weldon Johnson Park, located in the heart
“This event has a real roots, authentic feel. I felt inspired.”
“Great event for all of Jax. Love seeing families out and kids having a good time.”
“Thanks for being an amazing host! The park is beautiful and a part of Jacksonville’s history. Your staff was stellar!”
“It’s a nice jewel to sit & enjoy the trees. You can eat, listen to live music & attend weekend events.”
“Wow, the park sure looks better than when I was in office!”
“There is so much good happening in that park. The programming – kudos to you. It just looks like a different park these days, doesn’t it? It looks totally different than it used to.”
“I moved to Jacksonville a year ago and have never felt so much community as I did here, tonight.”
PARK 135 W. Monroe Street • Jax, FL
OFFICE 214 N. Hogan Street, Ste. 114 • Jax, FL
EMAIL contact@jwjpark.org
PHONE 904-515-5098
PARK 135 W. Monroe Street • Jax, FL
OFFICE 214 N. Hogan Street, Ste. 114 • Jax, FL
EMAIL contact@jwjpark.org
PHONE 904-515-5098
