Whitefield Square

Whitefield Square is one of the most famous squares in Savannah, Georgia. The square is located on Habersham which is between Taylor and Gordon Streets. The square was named after Reverend George Whitefield. He was an early colonial minister. He was also friends with John Wesley and the Bethesda Orphanage founder, two prominent citizens of Georgia. The orphanage was founded in 1740. The square was completed in 1851 and it was the last of the City squares to be designed.

The square is flanked by Victorian houses, which is the later style used in what is now the historic district. On the North side there are two very tall modern buildings. These buildings are the Red Cross and Rose of Sharon apartments. Also, the square is part of the First Congregational Church.

The square has pathways that wind around, with some benches and a gazebo. Tall native trees are located throughout the square along with some native Savannah plants. The square has been landscaped to make it more appealing. All style street lamps are spread throughout the park along the pathways. There are over ten squares in the city of Savannah, which have all been named for important people in the city.