Chronicles in Stone, Pershing Park in Washing D.C

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Located at 14th street and Pennsylvania Avenue in Washington, D.C. Pershing park, a 1982 Tucker award winner, is an example of its finest. This was the first of a series of parks and plazas designers to revitalize  Pennysylvania avenue in the 1980s. Today, the park, the home to the Pershing Memorial, is a pedestrian-friendly centerpieces to the area.
 

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At the middle of the park stands a 100*76 foot reflecting pool with a waterfall and terraced seating. The granite steps to the pool creat a multi-use amphitheater, and during the winter months, the pool turns into an ice skating rink. Complete with concession kiasks. Pershing park is a tranquil spot for noon-time  lunchgoers. an activity plaza for special events and a pleasant place for public recreation.