8th Street Fountain

The 8th Street Fountain is a classical fountain in Grant Park made from concrete with exposed pink granite flecks in its surface. It sits surrounded by trimmed hedges and flower beds that frame the water feature within a formal garden arrangement.

Edward H. Bennett designed this fountain in 1927 as part of his plans to develop Grant Park after taking over work from Daniel H. Burnham. It was one of the last original water features added to the park after the larger Clarence Buckingham Memorial Fountain was installed.

The fountain represents the last original Bennett creation for Grant Park, following the establishment of the larger Clarence Buckingham Memorial Fountain in the same year.

The fountain sits east of South Michigan Avenue along the East 8th Street axis and is easy to reach when walking along the park's edge. Its formal design and open setting make it a quiet spot to pause and rest, especially on clear days.

The fountain incorporates formal symmetry and classical architectural elements while maintaining a more modest scale compared to other park structures.

Location: Chicago

GPS coordinates: 41.87189,-87.62335

Latest update: December 14, 2025 11:41