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Clarence Buckingham Fountain

Worth a Look

Grant Park
Chicago, IL
60601

Neighborhood: Loop

Nearest Train: Red Line, Jackson St stop

Phone: +1 312 742 7529
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Graceful sea horses spray jets of water into the lagoon that surrounds what is perhaps Chicago's most beloved public piece of art. Philanthropist Kate Buckingham commissioned the fountain in 1927 in honor of her brother Clarence. Its design parallels one of the fountains at Versailles Palace in France. You may, however, recognize it from the intro to "Married with Children." Recently renovated, the fountain has been returned to its former splendor. At night, it becomes gorgeously illuminated, drawing crowds from May 1st (or earlier if warm) until mid-October.

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Awesome spectacle, day or night
Impressive from afar, ornate and fun up close. It's free and conveniently-located....
Reviewed by:Joseph from on Apr 27 2009


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Don't miss out!
I loved the Buckingham Fountain, it was beautiful especially on a hot June day. This is just one of...
Reviewed by:Char B from on Jun 09 2008


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so many memories
Buckingham Fountain brings back so many memories of when I lived in Chicago. I have not been back t...
Reviewed by:A Yahoo! Contributor from on Mar 24 2008



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