Francis Griffith Newlands Memorial Fountain
Francis Griffith Newlands Memorial Fountain, Historic fountain at Chevy Chase Circle, Maryland, United States
The circular fountain stands at the center of Chevy Chase Circle, marking the boundary between Maryland and the District of Columbia.
Edward W. Donn Jr. designed the fountain in 1933, which was erected in 1938 with funding from Senator Francis Newlands' widow, Edith McAllister Newlands.
The fountain sparked community discussions about historical representation, leading to the removal of its commemorative plaque in 2020.
The National Park Service manages this 60-foot diameter fountain, which produces a water jet reaching heights of 30 feet during operational hours.
The fountain requires an Act of Congress to change its official name, despite local initiatives to modify its designation due to its controversial namesake.
Location: Maryland
GPS coordinates: 38.96761,-77.07715
Latest update: September 19, 2025 02:23
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