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Square Louise-Michel The Square Louise-Michel is a square on Montmartre in the 18th arrondissement of Paris, France. It is located in the Quartier des Grandes-Carrières. It is one of the largest green spaces in North Paris and is located next to the Sacré-Cœur.[1] In 2021, it was reported to be the most visited free place in Paris following the 2019 Notre-Dame fire.[2] The park features a carousel.[3] HistoryThe square was originally built on the site of a quarry used to extract Gypsum for construction in Paris. The square was first designed in 1880 and built in 1932.[4] Paul Gasq designed a fountain in the park.[3] RenamingIn 2004, the square was renamed after French anarchist, feminist and communard Louise Michel to celebrate International Women's Day.[4][5] In 2021 the Mayor of Paris Anne Hidalgo hosted a ceremony to celebrate the 150th anniversary of the Paris Commune at Square Louise-Michel. The ceremony honored New Caledonia and persecuted communards.[6] See alsoReferences
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