Franklin Square is just across from the ramp to the Ben Franklin Bridge into New Jersey. It's a quaint little park, with a beautiful fountain, and a carousel, mini golf course, and playground for children. Jane Jacob's referred to Franklin Square as "the city's Skid Row Park" (92). I agree partly, however it is quite different then the way she explained it. The surroundings have all changed, but just to the north of the park there's an underpass frequented by the homeless.
Jacobs hit the nail on the head saying that parks were volatile. During the summer, this park is a bustling recreation area for families, very different than the empty park seen in the pictures. The reason for this is partly because of the surroundings. There is not enough mixed use space or residences to provide a steady flow of park goers.
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