More than 35 years ago, thousands of Anchorage community members purchased personalized bricks that became part of the walkways and gathering spaces in Town Square Park. These bricks reflect decades of local history - family names, milestones, memorials, and celebrations that helped make the park a meaningful downtown landmark.
As part of the ongoing reconstruction of Town Square Park, these commemorative bricks have reached the end of their lifecycle and must be removed. To honor the individuals and families who contributed to this community effort, the Municipality of Anchorage will be returning the bricks to their original owners.
Community members will be invited to claim their bricks during a pickup period likely in May this year, pending construction schedules. Anyone who prefers not to keep their brick(s) will also have the option to forfeit it/them for repurposing, allowing the material to be re-used in future municipal projects that continue to serve Anchorage.
After the pickup window, any remaining bricks will be palletized and transported to the Anchorage Memorial Park Cemetery, where they will be organized and available for pickup for a limited period beginning in the fall.
We’re grateful to everyone whose brick helped make Town Square Park a welcoming, memorable space for more than three decades. For ongoing construction updates and project information, please visit the
Town Square Park Master Plan page.