Josephine Shaw Lowell Memorial Fountain facts for kids
Quick facts for kids Josephine Shaw Lowell Memorial Fountain |
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The fountain in 2011
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| Artist | Charles A. Platt |
| Year | 21 May 1912 |
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| Dimensions | 9.75 m (32.0 ft) |
| Location | New York City, New York, United States |
| 40°45′14″N 73°59′03″W / 40.75398°N 73.98412°W | |
The Josephine Shaw Lowell Memorial Fountain is a beautiful outdoor fountain. It was built to remember Josephine Shaw Lowell. She was an important social worker in the late 1800s. The famous architect Charles A. Platt designed it. You can find this fountain in Bryant Park in Manhattan, New York City. It was officially opened in 1912.
About Josephine Shaw Lowell
Josephine Shaw Lowell was a very important person in New York City. She was a social worker who helped many people. She started a group called the Charity Organization Society. This group worked to help those in need.
Lowell was also the first woman to be part of the New York State Board of Charities. This was a big achievement for women at that time. The fountain honors her as the first woman to have a major monument in the city.
Design and Location
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The fountain is made from dark, shiny granite and bronze. It was first opened on May 21, 1912. The fountain was first placed on the east side of Bryant Park in 1913. Later, in 1936, it was moved to the west side of the park.
Winter Features
In 2009, the fountain got a special update. An internal heating system was added. This system helps the fountain stay on even when it's very cold outside. It allows icicles to form, which can look really cool!
However, if the weather gets too cold for too long, the fountain is turned off. This prevents too much ice from building up. Too much ice could cause damage to the fountain's structure.
