Kurt Cobain Memorial Park

Kurt Cobain Memorial Park stretches along the Wishkah River and features a metal guitar sculpture, granite and marble memorial markers, and painted wooden walls beneath the Young Street Bridge. The green space runs along a short riverside path with views across the water to wooded slopes beyond.

The city of Aberdeen created this memorial space in 2011, offering the first official recognition of a well-known musician from the area. The bridge above the park had already been mentioned in a song during the early 1990s before the location itself became a pilgrimage site for fans.

The park honors a musician who grew up in this town and later achieved worldwide recognition. Visitors have covered the wooden surfaces beneath the bridge with personal messages and artwork that express their connection to his music.

The park sits on East 2nd Street near the river and remains open around the clock, with parking available along the street. The area beneath the bridge can be damp or muddy depending on river levels and weather conditions.

One of the marble plaques in the park originally contained quotes from the musician, but part of the text was later removed following local discussions. The guitar sculpture is made of welded metal and stands at the entrance to the park, where it can be easily seen from the street.

Inception: 2011

Website: http://aberdeenwa.gov/parks-recreation/parks-homepage

GPS coordinates: 46.98400,-123.80550

Latest update: December 5, 2025 22:29