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Savannah, Georgia
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Ellis Square, originally established in 1733, was home to the City Market, a central hub for trade and commerce in Savannah until it was demolished in 1954 to make way for a parking garage.
In 2005, the City of Savannah embarked on a project to restore Ellis Square, transforming it into a vibrant public space with fountains, seating, and a visitor center, completed in 2010.
The square is named after Henry Ellis, the second Royal Governor of Georgia, who served from 1757 to 1760.
Ellis Square features an innovative underground parking garage, preserving the above-ground space for public use and events.
Ellis Square is one of the original squares laid out by James Oglethorpe, part of Savannah's distinctive grid pattern that includes 22 squares.
A bronze statue of Johnny Mercer, a famous Savannah-born songwriter, is located in Ellis Square, celebrating his contributions to American music.
