As we near the end of 2024, it’s incredible to look back at all the memorable moments that shaped this year. In addition to our annual community celebrations such as Art In the Park, Poetry Fest, Galaxy Fest and Brew & BBQ, we also forged new partnerships and were a part of so many exciting
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 serving in
Liz McCoy Executive Director Q: How long have you worked here and what drew you to the job? McCoy: I celebrated my four-year anniversary with the park in November of 2023. What drew me to the park was the desire to match my talents, which is to create entertainment experiences, with my passion, which is to activate
Entering this holiday season, James Weldon Johnson Park is excited to bring the holiday spirit to The Heart of Downtown! This Wednesday, December 4th, will be the City of Jacksonville’s Christmas Tree Lighting Ceremony during December Artwalk. Here are 10 Fun Facts about the Christmas Tree and upcoming festivities! 1. The Christmas Tree will be up in JWJ Park until January 2nd 2. The
“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.”
“It’s a nice jewel to sit & enjoy the trees. You can eat, listen to live music & attend weekend events.”
“Thanks for being an amazing host! The park is beautiful and a part of Jacksonville’s history. Your staff was stellar!”
“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.”
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
