Fairmount Park Digital Guide: Centennial District

The Centennial District of West Fairmount Park sits on 700 acres originally identified by renowned landscape architect Frederick Law Olmstead as the location for Philadelphia's first purpose-built urban park. It hosted the Centennial Exposition in 1876.

Today, the Centennial District landscape is dotted by natural areas, athletic fields, public art, and historic landmarks. It’s also home to some of Fairmount Park’s popular cultural institutions, including the Philadelphia Zoo, Please Touch Museum, the Mann Center for the Performing Arts, Shofuso Japanese House & Garden.

Begin your exploration of the Centennial District at our Centennial District Park Hub, located at 41st St. and S. Concourse Drive in West Fairmount Park.

( Directions ) 

From here, you can explore nearby gems:

• Cedar Grove (3 min walk)
• Smith Memorial Arch (3 min walk)
• Shofuso Japanese House & Garden (9 min walk)
• Pavilion in the Trees (12 min walk)

This Park Hub includes a portable restroom.

We hope this guide will lead you on a path to discover the less-traveled features of the Centennial District in West Fairmount Park.

• Do not go out if you or members of your household are self-quarantining or do not feel well.  Know the symptoms. 
• Wear a facemask.
• Stay at least six feet from others.
• Avoid gathering with people outside of your household.
• Wash or sanitize hands before and after using play equipment. Parks & Rec will not be able to clean or sanitize play equipment while it is in use.
• Use a hand sanitizer with at least 60% alcohol or  wash your hands  for at least 20 seconds.

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