Triton Babies Fountain

The Triton Babies Fountain is a bronze fountain in the Boston Public Garden featuring two small children holding tridents on a granite base. The entire sculpture has a modest size and fits naturally into the green spaces of the garden.

The fountain was created in 1922 by sculptor Anna Coleman Ladd and was the first artwork by a woman installed in the Boston Public Garden. With this installation, the garden opened itself to female artists at a time when such honors were rare.

The figures blend childhood imagery with Greek mythology by showing small children holding tridents in their hands. This mixture of everyday childhood and ancient gods creates a memorable sight for those passing by.

The fountain is located in a public garden that is freely accessible and easy to reach on foot. There are no special access times, so you can visit it whenever you visit the garden itself.

The bronze figures were modeled after the artist's own daughters, giving the public sculpture a personal family story. This connection between private inspiration and public artwork makes the fountain something quite special.

Location: Boston

Operator: Friends of the Public Garden

Website: https://siris-artinventories.si.edu/ipac20/ipac.jsp?&profile=ariall&source=~!siartinventories&uri=full=3100001~!299647~!0#focus

GPS coordinates: 42.35465,-71.06947

Latest update: December 12, 2025 14:23