The Green

The Green is a 1.5-acre urban park located in the heart of Uptown Charlotte, North Carolina. This pocket park serves as a serene oasis amidst the bustling city center. The park is bordered by the Mint Museum and the Bechtler Museum of Modern Art on one end, and the Charlotte Convention Center on the other, making it a cultural focal point in the area.

Completed in 2002, The Green was designed by Wagner Murray Architects of Charlotte and is currently owned and operated by Wells Fargo. The park features a unique literary theme, which is evident in its various artistic elements and sculptures. Large bronze representations of books from the canon of world literature, such as "Roots" by Alex Haley, can be found throughout the park.

One of the most distinctive features of The Green is its collection of whimsical direction signs. These signs point to real places but are cleverly combined to form the names of well-known authors. For example, visitors might find signposts directing them to Edgar (Wisconsin), Allan (Saskatchewan), and Poe (Alberta).

The park is not only a visual delight but also a functional space for the community. It serves as a popular lunchtime destination for people working in Uptown Charlotte and is frequently used as a venue for public events, including movie screenings, free plays, and performances by the Charlotte Shakespeare Festival.