Washington Park Historic District
Washington Park Historic District, Historic district in Ottawa, United States.
Washington Park Historic District encompasses residential properties and green spaces bounded by Jackson, LaSalle, Lafayette, and Columbus Streets in Ottawa, Illinois.
The park gained national recognition as the location of the first Lincoln-Douglas debate in 1858, which drew approximately 10,000 people to witness the historical event.
The district features the Third District Appellate Court Building, constructed between 1857 and 1860, which exemplifies Classical Revival architecture and remains active.
The 12.8-acre area contains multiple architectural styles, including Queen Anne, Victorian, and Colonial Revival, with many structures maintained as private residences.
A marble Civil War Memorial from 1873 stands in the park, commemorating veterans from LaSalle County, though weather has affected the legibility of inscribed names.
Location: Ottawa
GPS coordinates: 41.34917,-88.84167
Latest update: March 6, 2025 15:51
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