Philadelphia Korean War Memorial Park — Attraction in Philadelphia

The Philadelphia Korean War Memorial Park, located in the Society Hill neighborhood, is a solemn space dedicated to the memory of over 600 servicemen from the Philadelphia area who were killed or went missing during the Korean War. The park features the Philadelphia Korean War Memorial, which was initially dedicated on June 22, 2002, and rededicated in 2007 after further enhancements1. It includes four 16-foot tall granite columns, each representing a year of the conflict, and six granite monoliths that provide information about the war, including major units, specific events, and battles. The memorial also showcases a bronze statue titled “The Final Farewell” and is the site of annual Veterans Day and Memorial Day services, honoring those who served...

The Philadelphia Korean War Memorial is on a sunny plot of land adjacent to the lovely Philadelphia neighborhood of Society Hill. The memorial itself is attractive and well done but the park itself, Foglietta Plaza, is a bit run down and desolate in some areas. The benches are in need of some TLC and the structure that possibly has bathrooms is probably not the safest. Very few tourists come through, except on holidays, and there is currently massive construction going on next door at the hotel. Street parking is available around the memorial with some 2-hour parking and some metered parking. If you are unfamiliar with the area, get the app and make sure your parking payment is current. Philadelphia is notorious for giving...

I've been to Philly several times but never really ventured into the "Old City" area. Wow, been missing out! Such a cool area of town to literally walk through history. My doodle and I had our morning stroll and found our way here at the Korean Veterans Memorial Park. This is across the street from the Vietnam Veterans Memorial Park. Smaller in footprint but equally beautiful and we'll put together. Worth checking out and reading the"walls" to learn about Philly's contribution...