[1][2] The park encompasses 1.26 acres (0.51 ha) and includes a railing and several benches facing south towards the skyline.

They lived nearby, and donated the land to the city in 1927 "so that all who stop here may enjoy [its] view.

The sculpture is hollow and is popular as a play area for children and as a framing device for photographers.

[7] The view from the park is often used as the backdrop for television news segments on Seattle, as well as other media depictions of the city.

[8] Kerry Park was also featured in the opening credits of the 1999 film 10 Things I Hate About You,[9] and in Frasier as the view from the titular character's apartment.