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Wave Organ

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Wave Organ, Tide organ in San Francisco, US.

The Wave Organ is an acoustic sculpture located on the shore of San Francisco Bay.

Constructed in 1986, it is a creation of artist Peter Richards.

It represents a unique blend of art and science, creating music from the natural ebb and flow of tides.

Best experience can be had during high tide, when the sounds are most noticeable.

There are other wave organs in the world, but none like the Wave Organ of San-Francisco.

Location: San Francisco

Inception: 1986

Creator: Peter Richards

Accessibility: Wheelchair inaccessible

Website: exploratorium.edu/visit/wave-organ

Sources: Wikimedia, OpenStreetMap

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