Squares
Reynolds Square
At the top of Abercorn Street is Reynolds Square, originally laid out in 1734 as Lower New Square, but renamed in honor of the Royal Governor John Reynolds.
Madison Square
Madison Square, on Bull Street between Chippewa and Monterey Square, is possibly the most monumental in Savannah.
Warren Square
Laid out in 1791, Warren Square was named in honor of General Joseph Warren, a Revolutionary hero from Massachusetts who was killed at the Battle of Bunker Hill.
Orleans Square
Orleans Square, on Barnard Street, might as well be called Parking Lot Square. It’s one of the spaces which has been most negatively impacted by the development boom of the mid-20th century.
The Inescapable Influence of The Book
Before we moved to Savannah, me, Jürgen and four-year-old Xiao Liang of Taiwan were the only three people on Earth who hadn’t read Midnight in the Garden of Good and Evil, by John Berendt. And now, noble Xiao stands alone. Jürgen and I have buckled down and read “The Book.”
Crawford Square
Laid out in 1841, Crawford is the only of Savannah’s squares with recreational equipment: a basketball court, won by the neighborhood after a 1946 tournament.
Troup Square
Built in 1851, Troup is one of Savannah’s smaller squares. It was named after George Troup, a former governor known his strident support of slavery and anti-Indian policies.
Alex Raskin Antiques
Alex Raskin Antiques is a must-visit, whether you’re in the market for antiques or just curious. The store offers a fascinating array of wonderful and strange pieces
Pulaski Square
Pulaski Square is devoid of monuments; there’s not even one honoring its namesake (Pulaski’s obelisk is in Monterey Square).
Old Town Trolley Tours
If you’re planning on taking a tour in Savannah, hunt down the Old Town Trolley.
Chatham Square
The most southwestern of Savannah’s squares is Chatham, on the intersection of Barnard and Wayne.
Greene Square
Pay attention for signs around Greene Square, which reveal the original street names. President Street was originally King Street, and Congress Street was once called Prince Street.
