Johnson Plaza

Johnson Plaza serves as the gateway to Converse's historic campus. The expansive and beautiful setting hosts a wide variety of campus traditions, events, and informal gatherings.

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Large outdoor garden with grass and trees seen from above in image taken by drone. A large circular landing is ringed by a brick walkway.

4 women cross in front of the camera in graduation caps and gowns.

A gray concrete plaque set within a brick walkway is engraved with the words "The Johnson Plaza - In celebration of Converse College's 125th anniversary and given in honor of two dear friends Susan Phifer Johnson ’65 and George Dean Johnson, Jr. who have individually and jointly provided exceptional leadership, generosity and service through their belief in the power and possibility of this distinctive college experience. Pause in this Plaza, gaze in every direction, honor our history, seek wisdom in knowledge and experience, and be inspired by Johnson’s example to make your own positive impact in our community. Dedicated November 15, 2014

View of circular, outdoor green-space with brick walkways as seen looking down from a second story window.

🌳🍁🌸 Garden and Lawn

The green spaces throughout the Converse campus provide essential resources for recreation, community building, exercise, and beautiful, quiet places to sit.

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