Electric Fountain

The Electric Fountain is a public fountain and sculpture at the corner of Wilshire and Santa Monica Boulevards, featuring a granite sculpture rising from a stone column within a two-level circular pool. The structure is illuminated by LED lighting after dark and serves as a focal point in Beverly Gardens Park.

The fountain was designed and built in 1931 by architect Ralph Carlin Flewelling and sculptor Robert Merrell Gage as a gift from Elizabeth Lloyd to Beverly Hills. This work emerged during the city's early development period and contributes to its artistic heritage.

The central figure shows a Tongva-Gabrieleno Native American in prayer, while carved scenes around the pool tell stories from the area's past.

The fountain is accessible daily and features water displays along with LED lighting after dark. The best time to visit is during early evening when the lights come on and the park is less crowded.

Ceramic mosaic tiles surrounding the fountain contain inlaid patterns that tell stories about Beverly Hills' founding and growth. These details are easy to miss but offer insights into the city's early origins for visitors who take time to examine them closely.

Location: California

GPS coordinates: 34.06710,-118.41000

Latest update: December 9, 2025 18:45