Crown Fountain – Faces of Chicago

Fountains tend to be like a centerpiece in any given city. They’re a great place to lunch, to rest, to meet up with friends or family members at any given moment in the day. In summer months, they’re a place to feel refreshed. And besides all this, they’re often a place to showcase the best of artistic design.

This week we’ll highlight some popular fountains in some of the cities we love for student travel. Today’s feature is an absolute must for Chicago student tours. It’s one of the most popular places in the city and one of the most innovative fountains in the nation.

Crown Fountain is located in Millennium Park, known for the unique design of several of its visual highlights. The fountain is a digital display as you see here (photo by Serge Melki on Flickr) of actual Chicago faces. Their mouths then actually appear to spray the fountain’s water. This design is like traditional fountain and modern art combined. It’s a favorite play place for children and popular attraction for tourists and residents alike. So much of Chicago’s charm is based in architectural and artistic design. Say hello to Crown Fountain, just another famous part of the charm.

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1. A Fountain and a Memorial in Washington D.C.
2. Swann Memorial Fountain
3. Central Park’s Bethseda
4. The Field Museum in Chicago