ART IN THE PARK - BIGALOW PARK - JOHNSTOWN, OHIO

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Art in the Park, a Vibrant celebration of creativity! Explore unique artwork at Bigelow Park in Johnstown! Admission is free! History of Bigelow Park: The town square was a gift of Oliver Bigelow when he laid out Johnstown in 1813. Today the square is called Bigelow Park in his honor. ​This area had been set aside for the town by Mr. Bigelow as a green space for the many lots he was selling. Also most of the new arrivals to Johnstown came from towns in the east that had such public spaces. It was quite common to see this 'common' or community green space being used for citizens gathering for community events or family picnics and afternoon games or concerts. Planted trees provided shade for those who came here to rest. Bigelow died in 1817, but his dream became a reality in 1883 when Elijah Barton began the Town Hall/Opera House. to be erected in this open green space. Bigelow Park is a main gathering point for festivals, events, and village activities throughout the year. Although a portion of the park is owned by Monroe Township, a resolution passed on March 6, 2010, recognized that the City of Johnstown would represent the township during project decision-making and be the Official with Jurisdiction over Bigelow Park. To learn more about Bigelow Park, and the rich history of Johnstown visit: https://www.johnstownohiohistoricalsociety.com/bigelow-park.html