Charlotte (North Carolina), where our son and daughter-in-law were visiting for a few days last week. They found themselves near a park called The Green. They noticed that attached to the lamps were street names related to various authors. When our son came over on Sunday morning, he showed me his photos. I asked him if I could share and he happily said yes. I have never been to Charlotte, but hope to one day.
The Green is a literary-themed park located at 400 S. Tryon St. in Uptown Charlotte.
These whimsical directional signs point to real cities which when combined, spell out the names of famous authors like Edgar Allan Poe, Emily Bronte, Lewis Carrol, James Baldwin, Herman Melville and James Joyce. Cities and States are mentioned, and there are also Canadian Provinces, such as Saskatchewan and Alberta, and a sign pointing towards Canada.
You can also see bronze book sculptures and quotes from famous authors but no photos of those. I don’t think they came across them or there would have been. They were on a tight schedule and I am grateful for these.
The Green is a popular spot for relaxation and even hosts events like movie screenings and plays.
Sounds like a great place to go. Below are a couple of maps of Charlotte, the second one showing where it is located in the States.
I love ❤️ the signs, Denise. I also love the illustration at the end of your post.
ReplyDeleteThat's great Linda, thank you so much for letting me know you liked my signature art too :)
DeleteFantastic place Denise!
ReplyDeleteThanks for these wonderful photos!!
I liked that you also put a pin for the location!!
That way the brain associates better! Have a fantastic day!!
Greetings Katerina! It does look a wonderful place to walk around. I hope I get to Charlotte one day. This would be the first area I would head to :) Thank you for liking the maps showing its location. It is always a great refresher for me too.
DeleteWhat a great idea! I have never seen anything like this.
ReplyDeleteMe neither Ginny :)
DeleteThose playful signs are such a clever tribute to great writers, and it’s lovely that your son thought to capture and share that moment with you.
ReplyDeleteThank you Roentare, he likes to take photos also and we are always showing each other's photos :)
DeleteI do love some quirky fun. And quirky book related fun is even better. Thank you and your son.
ReplyDeleteWe are kindred Spirits Sue and you are very welcome from the both of us. Thank you too :)
DeleteI love those signs! I'm going to show them to my youngest daughter who is studying for her master in English. She particularly loves Poe!
ReplyDeleteWonderful and thank you for sharing these with your youngest daughter. I wish her every success in her studies :)
DeleteLove these signs, it's interesting when that type of thing is done.
ReplyDeleteThanks for the map, Denise, much appreciated :)
Thank you Margaret :) Very much so. Glad you enjoyed the maps. I have always enjoyed yours :)
DeleteI like the image of you and the sweet dog. Thank you for introducing us to this cool place. Aloha!
ReplyDeleteThank you Cloudia and I'm glad you enjoyed this place. It is very cool, isn't it? Aloha my friend :)
DeleteGreat photos I like the signs a lot :-D
ReplyDeleteWonderful, thank you so much Ananka :)
DeleteSigns that celebrate authors are always welcome.
ReplyDeleteI totally agree David, thank you :)
DeleteWhat an interesting and amusing place to visit.
ReplyDeleteIt was indeed and I hope to see it for myself one day. Thank you Janice :)
DeleteThat is so cool with the signs. What a neat idea.
ReplyDeleteThanks Ann, I thought so too :)
DeleteI love the cute street signs. Charlotte looks like a fun place to visit.
ReplyDeleteTake care, have a great day!
I agree, hope to one day. Glad you enjoyed, thank you Eileen and you have a great weekend! :)
DeleteGreen Park has produced a unique way to play tribute to writers.
ReplyDeleteIt certainly has, thank you Linda :)
DeleteMy parents & I, years & years ago, used to go to Jim & Tammy Bakker's Heritage USA which is next to Charlotte. Beautiful part of the country altho I'd never seen The Green. Looks like something I could definitely get lost in...very serene. Thank you for posting the pictures, Denise. ~Andrea xoxo
ReplyDeleteHow wonderful! It would be a lovely place to get lost in I agree. Thank you for sharing your story Andrea. I enjoyed it very much xoxo
DeleteWhat a lovely looking city. I'm so glad they got a good sense of America during their visit.
ReplyDeleteHi Jeanie :) it sounds like a wonderful place to visit, and they travel quite a bit at times, so are seeing first-hand what a beautiful country this is.
DeleteOK. That is really interesting! I love anything involving literature! Thank you for sharing, my friend. Love your image at the end.
ReplyDeleteYou are very welcome my friend :) I'm glad you enjoyed it and liked my little name logo at the end. Much appreciated :)
DeleteSomebody was very creative when they designed and built this park. And to mention Alberta was a stroke of genius.
ReplyDeleteThey certainly were. I would like to know who put this concept together on the drawing board so to speak. I thought you might like that Alberta was mentioned and totally agree :)
DeleteI didn't know about The Green thank you son and dil for taking and sharing the photos.
ReplyDeleteHugs and stay cool
Cecilia
I certainly will Cecilia :) they will be happy you enjoyed their photos :) Sending hugs and you stay cool too.
Deletethank your son...these are great "whimsical" images!! i have never been to charlotte, our son lives in chapel hill, nc.
ReplyDeleteThank you Debbie :) has your son been to Charlotte I wonder?
DeleteAh Charlotte. My mom was born and raised there...she and my dad eventually ended up back in Charlotte when they retired. Charlotte has a special place in our hearts! I hope you are staying cool. It is hot here in the DMV area!! Happy Tuesday!
ReplyDeleteNow that's wonderful Jennifer and I can see why it is a very special place to you :) staying cool and I hope you are too my friend. Happy Friday as I am as usually trying to catch up with my comments. I had a few things going on this week that kept me away from my laptop.
DeleteI have been there either. Looks interesting if I'm ever down that direction.
ReplyDeleteThanks Marcia, I would love to visit Charlotte one day :)
DeleteCharlotte looks lovely
ReplyDeleteI agree Christine, thank you :)
DeleteThis looks like a wonderful place to spend time. I have been to South Carolina but not North.
ReplyDeleteThanks Sandra :) I haven't explored South Carolina much but have North as we have family living there.
DeleteWhat a fun section of Charlotte to visit! I love the theme and the signs. Happy day to you, Denise.
ReplyDeleteThank you Ellen, so glad you enjoyed. A happy day to you too my friend :)
Deletewhat a great park, and I like the style of the lamppost too.. thanks to your son for letting you share with us
ReplyDeleteIt all goes together so well doesn't it? :) I will thank him and he will be so pleased you enjoyed. Thank you Sandra!
DeleteBuenas curiosidades que nos has dado a conocer.
ReplyDeleteSaludos.
Me alegra que los hayas disfrutado. Saludos también para ti :)
DeleteThis is lovely. 💗
ReplyDeleteHappy you think so, thank you Regine :)
DeleteNice to see these photographs and many thanks for including the map.
ReplyDeleteAll the best Jan
So glad you enjoyed, thank you Jan and all the best to you too :)
DeleteVery nice. I hope you get to visit. Have a good evening.
ReplyDeleteThank you e, I hope to one day. Fingers crossed :)
DeleteLindos letreros. Te mando un beso.
ReplyDeleteMe alegra que te hayan gustado los carteles. Muchas gracias y te mando un beso :)
DeleteNow that is a true book lover's spot! What a unique idea. :)
ReplyDeleteHi Rita, I bet they have a few books stores around there also :) It is a unique idea, you are right :)
DeleteJess visited Charlotte years ago. The street signs are delightful. Isn't it funny she named her precious little one Charlotte? I love that sweet picture of the girl reading the book at the end of your post.
ReplyDelete~Sheri
Hello Sheri, how interesting and I think Charlotte is a lovely name for a little girl :) Thank you, so glad you enjoyed!
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