Marion Square forms the heart of downtown Charleston. While it can trace its history back to housing fortifications during the Revolutionary War, it’s now used as a monument-filled park. It is the home of the Charleston Farmers Market, many festivals and other events, the Charleston Christmas Tree and menorah, and is a great place to sunbathe or just sit and watch Charlestonians and visitors alike. Previously known as “Citadel Green,” it was renamed to honor Francis Marion — the “Swamp Fox” who so badly hurt the British during the American Revolution.
A local's eye view
