Franklin Square, Public square at Pearl and Dover Streets intersection in Manhattan, United States.
The square connects multiple streets near the Brooklyn Bridge, with the Alfred E. Smith Houses standing where Cherry Street once met the square.
Walter Franklin's mansion on this property served as George Washington's residence during his first year as president before its demolition in 1856.
Harper's Publishing House maintained buildings on the western edge of the square, contributing to Manhattan's literary landscape in the nineteenth century.
The Franklin Square Bridge now occupies the former location of the square, providing direct access between Manhattan and the Brooklyn Bridge.
The Third Avenue El train station operated above Franklin Square from 1878 until 1950, when both the station and square were removed.
Location: Manhattan
GPS coordinates: 40.70930,-74.00170
Latest update: March 10, 2025 05:27
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