Originally, the square occupied a large island in the middle of Fifth Street with buildings to the north and south, much like nearby Piatt Park. A 1971 renovation of the square included slightly moving and re-orienting the fountain to the west, and enlarging the plaza by removing the original westbound portion of 5th Street and demolishing buildings to the north. It is used for lunch-breaks, rallies, and other gatherings.
Originally, the public square was located on a large island in the center of Fifth Street, surrounded by buildings to the north and south, similar to Piatt Park. A 1971 renovation project relocated and repositioned the fountain towards the west, expanded the plaza by removing a section of 5th Street, and demolished structures to the north. The space is now used for casual meetings, events, and social gatherings.