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Boston, Massachusetts
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Franklin Square in Boston was originally part of the South End Burying Ground, established in 1810, before being transformed into a public park in the 1840s.
The park is named in honor of Benjamin Franklin, one of Boston's most famous historical figures.
Franklin Square is surrounded by Victorian-style row houses, reflecting the architectural trends of the mid-19th century.
Franklin Square was part of a larger urban renewal project in the 1960s aimed at revitalizing Boston's South End neighborhood.
While not officially part of the Emerald Necklace, Franklin Square is often associated with this series of connected parks designed by Frederick Law Olmsted.
Franklin Square underwent significant renovations in the early 2000s, which included new landscaping and improved amenities for visitors.
