On October 18, 1960, Jacksonville’s historic downtown park hosted an important moment: the soon-to-be 35th president of the United States, John F. Kennedy, addressed a crowd of Democrats. Kennedy’s remarks included noting his connections to the Northeast Florida area, such as his friendship with U.S. Rep. Charles E. Bennett, his month-long stay in Jacksonville while
By Emma Burleson, DVI’s Fall 2024 Marketing Intern in collaboration with Friends of James Weldon Johnson Park During October’s First Wednesday Art Walk, the Snyder Memorial Methodist Church will be activated and open to the public, thanks to a collaboration with the City of Jacksonville, Friends of James Weldon Johnson Park, and Downtown Vision, Inc., made possible through the Munz
“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!”
“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!”
“I moved to Jacksonville a year ago and have never felt so much community as I did here, tonight.”
“This event has a real roots, authentic feel. I felt inspired.”
“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.”
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
