Sonny Bono Memorial Park

Sonny Bono Memorial Park is a small triangular green space located at a busy street intersection in Washington. The grounds feature lawn, shrubs, seating areas, and lighting enclosed by a black wrought-iron fence.

A real estate developer created the space in 1998 by transforming an unused traffic island into a landscaped memorial. The project repurposed a forgotten corner at a major intersection.

A commemorative plaque at the entrance honors the entertainer and political figure whose name the space bears. Visitors find themselves drawn to a place that celebrates someone who bridged entertainment and public service.

The space is located at the corner of 20th Street and New Hampshire Avenue, near Dupont Circle metro station. Visitors can reach it on foot and find seating to rest in the shade.

A tree growing in the park was transplanted from a California congressional district. This living connection links the memorial to the figure's career in entertainment before his political life.

Location: Washington, D.C.

Inception: 1998

GPS coordinates: 38.90840,-77.04470

Latest update: December 11, 2025 11:03