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3Corinne Jones Park

620 West Government Street Pensacola, FL 32502 (850) 436-5670

Welcome to Corinne Jones Park, nestled in the heart of downtown Pensacola within the historic Tanyard neighborhood. The park is a haven for active and passive recreation, providing recreational activities and rest for individuals and families alike. Enjoy a stroll along the .40-mile walking path that winds around a pond, creating an atmosphere for reflection and relaxation. The park includes a basketball court, picnic tables, park benches, and a playground.

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8Plaza Ferdinand

East Government St and, S Palafox St Pensacola, FL 32502 (850) 436-5670

Plaza Ferdinand, a park with a very rich and colorful history, is listed on the National Register of Historical Places. Named for King Ferdinand VII of Spain (reign 1813-1833), the land that is now the Plaza was originally given by the Spanish throne to Don Manuel Gonzalez for his services as a farmer, rancher, businessman, military advisor, and political representative of Spain. Gonzalez would later donate the land to the City of Pensacola. In its early days, the Plaza was used as a parade ground for the British fort. The Plaza was also the center of town life during the Colonial era. The cession of Florida to the United States from Spain occurred at the Plaza on July 17, 1821. It was here that Andrew Jackson was sworn in as first Territorial Governor in the Plaza. A bust of Jackson now stands at the spot where he was inaugurated. An obelisk monument stands at the center of the Plaza in memory of William D. Chipley, who was instrumental in bringing the L & N Railroad to Pensacola and points west. A fountain thought to be a replica of one in Seville, Spain was placed on the site in 1909 after local citizens and school children raised funds to pay for it.

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10Vince Whibbs Sr. Community Maritime Park

301 W Main St Pensacola, FL 32502 (850) 436-5670

The Vince J. Whibbs, Sr. Community Maritime Park is a multi-use, public-private park development on Pensacola’s waterfront. Located in Historic Downtown Pensacola, this park features beautiful views of Pensacola Bay, over 38,000 square feet of outdoor event space, an amphitheater, playground, and festival grounds. Visitors can enjoy beautiful sunrises and sunsets, fishing, and watch boats and vessels of all sizes and types as they travel along the waterfront.

Community Maritime Park is named for Pensacola Mayor Emeritus Vince Whibbs Sr. who served seven consecutive terms as mayor from 1977 to 1991, making him the longest serving Mayor in Pensacola’s history. Mayor Whibbs was known for his commitment to public service and to the community.

The Community Maritime Park is home to the Pensacola Blue Wahoos baseball team, the AA affiliate of the Miami Marlins, and were the 2017 southern League Champions. Blue Wahoos Stadium is considered one of the most premier facilities in Minor League Baseball and was named 2012 Ballpark of the Year by Baseballparks.com.

The City of Pensacola hosts the Blues Angel Music's Blues on the Bay summer concert series, the 5-2-1-0 Northwest Florida Day of Play, and Movies in the Park series here. Some of Pensacola’s largest outdoor events and festivals are held at Community Maritime Park, including the Smokin’ in the Square barbecue competition, Burger Battle By the Bay, Symphony Sparks and Stars, the Gulf Coast Summerfest Jazz Edition, Barktoberfest, as well as many runs, marathons and charity walking events.

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