Whitefield Square

Historic Origins

Established in 1851, Whitefield Square holds the distinction of being the last of Savannah's squares to be laid out. The square is named after Reverend George Whitefield, an early minister in the Georgia colony and the founder of the Bethesda Orphanage in 1740.

Situated on Habersham Street between Taylor and Gordon Streets, Whitefield Square is part of Savannah's National Historic Landmark District.

Notable Features

The square features a Victorian-era gazebo at its center, surrounded by azalea bushes, creating a picturesque setting that has made it a popular location for weddings and events.

The area surrounding Whitefield Square is notable for its post-Civil War architecture, with many houses built in the Victorian and Queen Anne styles.

Cultural Significance

The First Congregational Church, an important landmark in Savannah's African-American history, is located on the northwest corner of the square.

Historically, the site of Whitefield Square and its surrounding area served as a burial ground for African Americans, including slaves. It is one of the largest un-exhumed slave burial grounds in Savannah.

Notable figures such as Andrew Bryan, founder of the First African Baptist Church, and Henry Cunningham, minister of the Second African Baptist Church, are buried here.