Logan Circle, Philadelphia

Logan Circle, also known as Logan Square, is an open-space park located in the northwest quadrant of Center City Philadelphia. It holds a special place in the city's layout as one of the five original squares planned in the city grid. This park is not just a green space but also a historic area, having been part of William Penn's original 1684 plan for Philadelphia. Originally named "Northwest Square," it was renamed in 1825 to honor James Logan, a prominent Philadelphia statesman.

The park's most striking feature is the Logan Circle, a beautifully designed circular area that features a large water fountain. This circle is the centerpiece of the park and is surrounded by a traffic circle that carries 19th Street and the Benjamin Franklin Parkway. These roads provide connections to 18th and 20th Streets on the east and west, and Race and Vine Streets to the south and north. The circle is situated within the original boundaries of the square, which is why the terms Logan Square and Logan Circle are often used interchangeably when referring to the park.

Logan Square is not just a place of beauty and history but also the heart of its namesake neighborhood, playing a central role in the community. In recognition of its historical and cultural significance, Logan Square was added to the National Register of Historic Places in 1981, underlining its importance not only to Philadelphia but also as a part of national heritage.