Russell Alger Memorial Fountain, Memorial fountain and sculpture in Grand Circus Park, Detroit, United States.
The bronze statue depicts a woman wearing a flowing gown, carrying a sword and shield displaying the Michigan state seal on a granite base.
Russell Alger, who served as Michigan Governor and US Secretary of War from 1836 to 1907, received this memorial created by Daniel Chester French in 1921.
The monument combines architectural and sculptural elements, with water-spouting lion heads and a bronze relief portrait on the granite foundation.
The fountain occupies the east side of Grand Circus Park at coordinates 42.3369 N latitude and -83.0499 W longitude in central Detroit.
The seven-foot female figure extends her right hand in greeting, representing Michigan, while her left hand holds military implements representing strength.
Location: Detroit
GPS coordinates: 42.33690,-83.04990
Latest update: March 9, 2025 12:51
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