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Downtown Lake Worth

Lake Worth

FL

USA

Contributed by 
Erica Whitfield
Project for Public Spaces
 on 
February 3, 2005
May 1, 2024

This is the historic downtown section of a quaint seaside town.

What makes it Great?

Why it doesn't work?

This is a very small town, just south of West Palm Beach. It is worth a look. Two parallel roads run east and west in the city. It is surrounded by great restaurants, just minutes from the ocean, walking distance to the historic neighborhoods that surround it.

Access & Linkages

People walk over from their neighborhood, there is plenty of accessible parking, side walks run the length of the roads with many tables and chairs set out in front of the restaurants for sitting.

Comfort & Image

There is a central square with some seating available. It is a clean downtown with a police presence.

Uses & Activities

It is a very popular place to come and relax. Activities include restaurants, bars, ice cream shops, antique shops, a jazz/blues club that is just amazing, a surf shop and a Jewish deli.

Sociability

There is a huge element of local pride. In some way or another, everyone who lives, works or goes out in Lake Worth is proud of the city. The spaces are primarily used for socialization by groups of people. Mostly locals frequent the downtown; however there is also an element of tourism.

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History & Background

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