Cherry Hill Fountain facts for kids
The Cherry Hill Fountain is a beautiful water fountain in New York City's famous Central Park. You can find it in a round area called Cherry Hill. This spot is just west of the well-known Bethesda Fountain.
What is Cherry Hill Fountain?
This special fountain was designed by Jacob Wrey Mould. It was finished and opened in the 1860s. Back then, it wasn't just for looks. It was actually built as a place for horses to drink water! This was very useful in the 19th century when horses were a main way to get around.
How the Fountain Looks
The Cherry Hill Fountain is about 14 feet tall. It has a strong base made of granite. The basin, where the water collects, is made of a blue-gray stone called bluestone. Inside the basin, you can see pretty tiles from a company called Minton. At the very top of the fountain, there are eight round glass lamps that glow softly. A shiny golden spire points even higher into the sky.
Bringing the Fountain Back to Life
Over time, the fountain stopped working. But in 1998, a group called the Central Park Conservancy decided to fix it. They got help from a generous gift by Elizabeth and Clement Moore. Thanks to their efforts, the fountain was fully repaired. This means it can now work and spray water just like it was meant to!
