The square was named for musician Johnny Jordaan and it was dedicated in 1991.

There is a colorful hut in the small square and bronze sculptures of Jordaan musical hall of fame.

There are sculptures of other performers: Tante Leen, Johnny Meijer, Manke Nelis and Jan & Mien in the square.

[3] The square is located on the end of the Elandsgracht next to the De Land Cafe.

The singer lived in Staatsliedenbuurt in his final years but the location selected was on the Elandsgracht in the Jordaan neighborhood.