Parque de los Pobladores facts for kids
Quick facts for kids Parque de los Pobladores |
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| Location | San Jose, California |
| Area | .2 acres (0.081 ha) |
Parque de los Pobladores is a small but important park located in the SoFA District of Downtown San Jose, California. It's a place where people can relax and learn about the city's history.
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Park History and Development
Honoring San Jose's Founders
In 1997, a special monument was built in the park. It's called the Monument to the Founding of the Pueblo de San José de Guadalupe. This monument was designed by a group called East Los Streetscapers.
It honors the brave people who first settled San Jose. These founders came with the Anza Expedition in 1776. They helped create San Jose as California's very first civilian town.
Modern Updates to the Park
The park got a big makeover in 2012. This was part of a city program called Pavement to Plaza. The idea was to turn paved areas into nice public spaces.
In 2017, a cool art project called "Urban Rooms" was added to the park. It was designed by Estudio Teddy Cruz + Forman. These art pieces make the park even more interesting to visit.
Where to Find the Park
Parque de los Pobladores is right in the middle of the SoFA District in Downtown San Jose. You can find it where Market Street and South 1st Street meet. It's a central spot in a lively part of the city.
