As Salisbury's most significant downtown green space, the Bell Tower Green is the place where our community gathers to celebrate, connect, and engage.

Bell Tower Green has been recognized with a 2025 NC ASLA Design Award in the Urban category!

Surrounded by residences, business, and churches, the historic Bell Tower (c. 1892) was part of First Presbyterian Church and the Salisbury Female Academy. The Bell Tower – which is a focal point from all locations in the park – provided inspiration for our park. The intimate, formal gardens surrounding the Bell Tower are a beautiful backdrop for weddings, parties, small concerts, and holiday celebrations.

The Bell Tower & Formal Gardens

Special events such as Pops at the Post, ‘Tis the Season post-parade tree lighting, Summer Riffs Concerts, and College Night Out are among the many annual festivals and events that take place year-round at the park. The circular lawn is highlighted by a handsome, versatile stage and provides plenty of room for seating and lounging.

Events & Entertainment

The Bell Tower Green draws connections between Downtown Salisbury, neighborhoods, and the organizations surrounding the park. With seasonal events for the community, interactive, creative play spaces, outdoor reading areas near the Rowan Public Library, and quiet areas to study, everyone can find their place at Bell Tower Green.

Connections to our Neighbors

Let's Build a Park

A quiet haven with three acres of green space, trees, and gardens providing shelter from the busy sidewalks and pavements of the surrounding downtown streets. A place where everyone in Rowan County--children of all ages, their parents, four-legged friends, young adults, seniors, business partners and more--can gather to find their own way to enjoy nature in Historic Downtown Salisbury.

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