Based on the London residential squares of the Georgian period, Mount Vernon Place is comprised of four elegant park blocks surrounding the Washington Monument, which also neighbors the Peabody Institute, Walters Art Museum, grand homes from the Antebellum Era, and local restaurants and boutiques. The parks’ water fountains, magnificent architecture, and well-groomed gardens provide a relaxing atmosphere for city dwellers and represent the utmost in urban sophistication. During the summer, the parks also host events, such as the First Thursday summer concert series, as well as a summer movie series. The parks are located at Charles and Monument streets.