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Forsyth Park
A 30-acre park in the Historic District, best known for its large 1858 cast-iron fountain, walking paths and live oaks.
- Address
- Gaston St to Park Ave, between Whitaker & Drayton Sts, Savannah, GA 31401
- Hours
- Check the official website or call ahead for current hours.
- Admission
- Free (public space).
- Access
- open to public (city park)
About
Forsyth Park (formerly known as Forsyth Place and Ward and the Military Parade Ground) is a large city park that occupies 30 acres (0.12 km2) in the Savannah Historic District of Savannah, Georgia, United States. The park is bordered by Gaston Street to the north, Drayton Street to the east, Park Avenue to the south and Whitaker Street to the west. It contains walking paths, a children's play area, a Fragrant Garden for the blind, a large fountain, tennis courts, basketball courts, areas for soccer and Frisbee, and home field for Savannah Shamrocks Rugby Club. From time to time, there are concerts held at Forsyth to the benefit of the public.
Text from Wikipedia, Forsyth Park, licensed CC BY-SA 4.0.
History highlights
- Dates to 1840
What to see
- The Civil War Memorial
- Spanish-American War Memorial
- Fountain
Named in the Wikipedia article cited below.
Tips
- Featured on 3 ghost tours; see the links below.
- Check hours locally before visiting.



