Washington Park
4th to 5th St., Maine to Hampshire St., Quincy, IL 62301
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Located in Quincy's downtown "District", Washington Park was the site of the sixth Lincoln-Douglas debate in 1858 and is now the hub of farmers markets, free blues, local festivals, and boutique shopping & dining.
Washington Park is the city's original central square laid out by Quincy's founder, John Wood, in 1825. The square was formerly called John's Square, named in honor of President John Quincy Adams. In 1858, Washington Park was the site of the sixth Lincoln-Douglas debate. Laredo Taft's sculpture now marks the setting of the debate site. Today, a farmer's market is held in the park every Saturday morning from 7am-noon, May to October, and is home to free Blues in the District concerts the 2nd & 4th Friday, June-August.
What's happening nearby...
Summer Flavor Tours
The Pour Haus • Jun 07 – Aug 30
Flavor Tours incorporate, history, art and of course food! The weekend walking tours are held every Saturday in the summer, rain or shine. …
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Quincy Juneteenth
Washington Park • Jun 13 – Jun 15
Juneteenth honors the end to slavery in the United States and is considered the longest-running African-American holiday. On June 17, 2021, it officially became a federal…
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Midsummer Arts Faire
Washington Park • Jun 27 – Jun 29 @ 12AM
Midsummer Arts Faire (formerly Q-FEST) is an annual community celebration of the visual, musical and culinary arts in Quincy, IL. Amazing art and fun activities for…
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