Charles Frederic Swigert Jr. Memorial Fountain facts for kids
The Charles Frederic Swigert Jr. Memorial Fountain is a special outdoor sculpture and fountain. It was made in 1983 by an artist named Richard Beyer. You can find it at the Oregon Zoo in Portland, Oregon. It's made from bronze metal and stone.
Quick facts for kids Charles Frederic Swigert Jr. Memorial Fountain |
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| Artist | Richard Beyer |
| Year | 1983 |
| Type | Sculpture |
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| Dimensions | 1.5 m × 6.1 m × 2.1 m (5 ft × 20 ft × 7 ft) |
| Condition | "Treatment needed" (1994) |
| Location | Portland, Oregon, United States |
| 45°30′34″N 122°42′53″W / 45.50950°N 122.71463°W | |
| Owner | Oregon Zoo |
What Does the Fountain Look Like?
This fountain is a group of figures. It shows a man talking to a young girl. Several animals are also part of the sculpture. These include an ape, a lion, a monkey, two wolves, and a wolf cub.
The man has a monkey behind him. A lion and a wolf cub are at his feet. The whole sculpture is about 5 feet tall. It is 20 feet wide and 7 feet deep.
The Plaque's Message
Next to the fountain, there is a special plaque. It tells us more about the artwork. The plaque says: "THE / CHARLES FREDERIC SWIGERT JR. / MEMORIAL FOUNTAIN / GIVEN BY CHRISTINE SWIGERT / IN MEMORY OF HER HUSBAND. / BESIDE THE WATER / LIFE AND THE WORLD CAN BE FOUND / I THINK OF A FRIEND / SCULPTURE BY RICH BEYER / DEDICATED ON AUGUST 1, 1983".
How Was the Fountain Made?
Artist Richard Beyer created this memorial fountain. It was officially dedicated on August 1, 1983. The fountain was a gift from Christine Swigert. She gave it to remember her husband, Charles Frederic Swigert Jr.
In 1994, experts checked the fountain. They said it needed some care. This was to keep it looking good for everyone to enjoy.
