Dilworth Park, Urban gathering space at City Hall, Philadelphia, United States.
The park next to Philadelphia City Hall offers a modern design with glass entrances, planted lawn areas, and fountains with programmable water displays. The half-acre space combines open areas for visitors with an urban setting.
The site stems from William Penn's original Centre Square in 1682 and was transformed from a concrete plaza into a modern park during its 2014 renovation. This shift marks a return to the original idea of a vibrant public gathering space.
Glass panels along Market Street display stories of Philadelphia's development, featuring quotes from former Mayor Richardson Dilworth about city life. These surfaces invite visitors to learn more about the city while walking through.
The park sits at a major junction with multiple transit lines and direct access to underground SEPTA stations for easy arrival. You will find a cafe, a seasonal ice rink, and seating areas to rest in a fully accessible space.
The Pulse art installation creates light patterns on the surface that respond to train movements in the tunnels below. This interactive element connects what happens underground to what visitors see and experience above ground.
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