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Franklin Square

USA / New Jersey / Camden /
 square, park, place with historical importance, NRHP - National Register of Historic Places
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Franklin Square, one of Philadelphia’s five original public squares laid out by William Penn in his original plan for the city, has undergone a dramatic renovation. The park now boasts several family-friendly attractions, including a miniature golf course, classic carousel, burger joint, storytelling bench, picnic area and more.

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Wikipedia article: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Franklin_Square_(Philadelphia)
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Coordinates:   39°57'20"N   75°9'1"W

Comments

  • pulsecheck
    As a local, renovating this park will be a wonderful change. It has a long and sordid history as a place to stay away from when the sun goes down.
  • seafordian
    Wow the square looks amazing! I remember those sordid days when it was a hangout for bums and drug dealers and 'tutes...
  • jarmat1
    I heard PATCO is refurbishing the Franklin Square station, to be re-opened. Anyone have any info on this?
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