Washington Square Park was officially designated in 1847, immediately following the arrival of the Willard Richards Company to the Salt Lake Valley region. The park, which was Salt Lake City's first public park, received its current naming in 1865 and was landscaped by Norwegian immigrant Martin Christofferson. Today, 290 beautiful trees showcase 45 varieties of native and international tree species, with the majority sourced from ecosystems around the globe. Parkgoers can enjoy nature photography opportunities against the park's lush scenery, which includes plantings of Norway maple, Japanese cherry, Austrian pine, and English Hawthorne trees. A large grassy square has been used for public special events since the 19th century, including cattle drives, farmer's markets, and community festivals.

Washington Square Park, 451 State St, Salt Lake City, UT 84111, Phone: 801-972-7800

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