Mary Schenley Memorial Fountain

The Mary Schenley Memorial Fountain is a bronze and granite fountain in Schenley Park featuring two bronze figures: a reclining Pan and a female musician holding a lyre. Water flows from four turtles positioned around the central basin.

Victor David Brenner, who designed the Lincoln cent, created this memorial fountain in 1918 to honor Pittsburgh philanthropist Mary Schenley. The work became an important addition to the city's public art during the early 20th century.

The classical mythological figures carved into the bronze, particularly Pan and the musician, show how people have imagined the connection between humans and the natural world.

The fountain sits at the park entrance near the University of Pittsburgh's Frick Fine Arts Building and is easy to locate. The area is accessible during daylight hours, and the water display becomes illuminated in the evening for a different viewing experience.

The bronze turtles developed white mineral deposits over decades that were carefully removed during a major restoration in 2008. This work preserved the fine details of the animal sculptures for future visitors to appreciate.

Location: Pennsylvania

GPS coordinates: 40.44199,-79.95189

Latest update: December 11, 2025 18:03