Public Square & Old Stone Church

The Heart of Downtown Cleveland

Public Square is the central plaza of Cleveland and one of the oldest public spaces in the American Midwest. Laid out in 1796, this landscaped quadrant of lawns, fountains and shaded paths anchors the city's downtown grid and hosts festivals, rallies and everyday strolls.

The Old Stone Church

Overlooking the square stands the Old Stone Church, home to the First Presbyterian congregation, whose Romanesque sanctuary has presided over the plaza for more than two hundred years. Its weathered stone facade is a beloved symbol of the city's enduring civic and spiritual life.

A Living Civic Stage

Framed by the towering Terminal Tower and surrounded by office buildings, transit lines and monuments, the square is a constant flow of pedestrians, commuters and visitors. The camera captures the rhythm of urban life at the city's symbolic crossroads.