Bremerton breaks ground on Quincy Square

Good-sized crowd also turns out at fairgrounds

U.S. District Court Judge Richard A. Jones shared his family’s gratitude about his brother at the ground-breaking of Quincy Square Jan. 20.

“Quincy found his love for music in Bremerton, and because of this, Bremerton will always be appreciated by the Jones family,” he said.

Bremerton Mayor Greg Wheeler addressed the crowd, emphasizing the significance of the day. “We gather together to celebrate this momentous occasion on Martin Luther King Jr. Day—a day where we recognize Dr. King’s legacy and embrace the spirit of community.

“We also celebrate the late Quincy Jones, and are grateful for his support in this transformative project. This not only will bring people together but give people the chance to experience the soul of our city,” Wheeler said.

The city of Bremerton, in partnership with The Roxy Theatre and the Downtown Bremerton Association, broke ground for Quincy Square in the heart of downtown near the historic Roxy Theatre.

The street will be rebranded as Quincy Square to honor legendary musician Quincy Jones, who spent part of his youth in Bremerton and discovered his love for music while playing piano at the Bremerton Armory. The newly redesigned area will serve as an anchor for the city’s Creative District and will feature a permanent bandstand and expanded sidewalks for festivals, community events and live performances.

The project marks a significant redevelopment of 4th Street as it will help revitalize downtown, providing a cultural hub for the community and visitors alike.

For updates on Quincy Square visit www.quincy-square.com

Meanwhile, there was also a good turnout for the 31st annual MLK event at the Kitsap County Fairgrounds.

Senior Pastor John Weston of the Silverdale United Methodist Church and choir sang. Ebenezer African Methodist Episcopal Church of Bremerton, along with its lead pastor, the Rev. T.W. Payne, was one of the sponsors for the event.

Poulsbo Mayor Becky Erickson said, “I’ve attended this event for many years, remembering a remarkable man who ‘had a dream.’ We still work towards that dream today.”

As construction gets under way, a mural on a parking garage is the most obvious sign of Quincy Square.

As construction gets under way, a mural on a parking garage is the most obvious sign of Quincy Square.

Ed Stern courtesy photos
Senior Pastor John Weston of the Silverdale United Methodist Church and choir sing during the Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. 31st Annual Celebration at the Kitsap Fairgrounds Jan. 20.

As construction gets under way, a mural on a parking garage is the most obvious sign of Quincy Square.

Ebenezer African Methodist Episcopal Church, along with its pastor, the Rev. T.W. Payne IV, was one of the sponsors for the 31st annual celebration.

Ebenezer African Methodist Episcopal Church, along with its pastor, the Rev. T.W. Payne IV, was one of the sponsors for the 31st annual celebration.

Becky Erickson courtesy photo
A poster for the event.

Becky Erickson courtesy photo A poster for the event.