Wright Square

Wright Square, one of Savannah’s original four squares laid out in 1733, offers a compelling blend of history and reflection. Named after Georgia’s last colonial governor, James Wright, the square features a prominent monument honoring William Washington Gordon, founder of the Central of Georgia Railroad. Beneath its peaceful canopy of live oaks lies the burial site of Tomochichi, the Yamacraw chief who played a vital role in Savannah’s founding. Wright Square invites visitors to explore the layered stories of cooperation, progress, and remembrance that shaped the city’s early days.