Union Square Drinking Fountain, Bronze sculpture and drinking fountain in Union Square Park, New York City.
The fountain features a standing woman holding a baby, accompanied by a child, mounted on an octagonal Swedish red granite pedestal with four lion head spouts.
Installed in 1881, the fountain was donated by Daniel Willis James and Theodore Roosevelt Sr to promote public health and provide clean drinking water.
The fountain represents the temperance movement of the 19th century, when advocates promoted water consumption as an alternative to alcohol.
Located at the southern end of Union Square Park, the fountain remains functional and accessible through multiple subway lines connecting at Union Square station.
The fountain combines decorative bronze work by German sculptor Adolf von Donndorf with architectural elements designed by J. Leonard Corning.
GPS coordinates: 40.73600,-73.99073
Latest update: March 13, 2025 05:59
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