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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2025 USA National and Junior National Pool Championships
Oakley Lindsay Center • Jul 07 – Jul 12 @ 9AM
Enjoy some exciting billiards action! A variety of games and styles will be played at the Oakley Lindsay Center in Quincy, IL. Free and open to…
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Gem City Summer Concert Series
Lincoln Park • Jul 18 – Jul 19
Join us for a weekend of incredible music on Quincy's beautiful riverfront!
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