Sister Cities Park

Bittenbender Construction served as the prime General Contractor responsible for all trade coordination for the new construction and site improvements at Sister Cities Park. The park on Logan Square was transformed into a richly planted, well-illuminated and welcoming civic space for people of all ages as part of the $20.9 million makeover of the Benjamin Franklin Parkway. The multiple prime project included a new multi-purpose building, an attractive new café topped with one of Philadelphia’s newest extensive green roof systems, and the installation of a geothermal well field which helps regulate temperatures in the cafe building.

Outside in the park there is a fountain that pays tribute to the Sister Cities program. The fountain’s 11 geyser-like spouts mark Philadelphia’s 11 sister cities, each positioned according to its global relationship to Philadelphia. Surround the pavilion there is an active, educational play garden called the “Discovery Garden”  that was renovated in 2020 by our team.

Sister Cities Park is managed and maintained by the Center City District.