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Fountain of the Great Lakes — Attraction in Chicago

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Fountain of the Great Lakes
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Fountain of the Great Lakes, or Spirit of the Great Lakes Fountain, is an allegorical sculpture and fountain by Lorado Taft. The bronze artwork, created between 1907 and 1913, depicts five women arranged so that the fountains waterfall recalls the waterflow through the five Great Lakes of North America.
Nearby attractions
Chicago Symphony Orchestra
220 S Michigan Ave, Chicago, IL 60604
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Chicago, IL 60602
Crown Fountain
201 E Randolph St, Chicago, IL 60602
The Art Institute of Chicago
111 S Michigan Ave, Chicago, IL 60603
Cloud Gate
201 E Randolph St, Chicago, IL 60602
Symphony Center
220 S Michigan Ave, Chicago, IL 60604
Art Institute of Chicago Columbus Drive Entrance
230 S Columbus Dr, Chicago, IL 60603
Historic Begin Route 66 Sign
78-98 E Adams St, Chicago, IL 60603
Orchestra Hall the Club
220 S Michigan Ave, Chicago, IL 60604
Auditorium Theatre
50 East Ida B. Wells Drive, Chicago, IL 60605
Nearby restaurants
Russian Tea Time Restaurant
77 E Adams St, Chicago, IL 60603
Miller's Pub
134 S Wabash Ave, Chicago, IL 60603
Exchequer Restaurant & Pub
226 S Wabash Ave, Chicago, IL 60604
The Gage
24 S Michigan Ave, Chicago, IL 60603
Fontano's Subs & Pizzeria
332 S Michigan Ave, Chicago, IL 60604
Hot Woks Cool Sushi
MILLENNIUM PARK, 30 S Michigan Ave, Chicago, IL 60603
Cindy's Rooftop
12 S Michigan Ave, Chicago, IL 60603
2Twenty2 Tavern
222 S Wabash Ave, Chicago, IL 60604
Kong Dog
77 E Adams St, Chicago, IL 60603
UMe | Tea & Snacks
73 E Jackson Blvd, Chicago, IL 60604
Nearby local services
Historic Route 66 Begin Sign
81 E Jackson Blvd, Chicago, IL 60604
Relish Chicago Hot Dogs
315 S Michigan Ave, Chicago, IL 60603
Mindworks: The Science of Thinking
224 S Michigan Ave, Chicago, IL 60604
Consulate General of the Philippines
122 S Michigan Ave #1600, Chicago, IL 60603
Bounce Luggage Storage - Art Institute
220 S Wabash Ave, Chicago, IL 60604
Central Camera Company
230 S Wabash Ave, Chicago, IL 60604, United States
Bye Bye Chicago
224 Michigan Ave #101, Chicago, IL 60604
67 E Madison St
67 E Madison St, Chicago, IL 60603
Mythical Smokes
27 E Adams St, Chicago, IL 60603
Reckless Records
33 S Wabash Ave, Chicago, IL 60603
Nearby hotels
Palmer House a Hilton Hotel
17 E Monroe St, Chicago, IL 60603
Chicago Athletic Association - The Unbound Collection by Hyatt
12 S Michigan Ave, Chicago, IL 60603
The Congress Plaza Hotel & Convention Center
520 S Michigan Ave, Chicago, IL 60605
HI Chicago, The J. Ira and Nicki Harris Family Hostel
24 East Ida B. Wells Drive, Chicago, IL 60605
Silversmith Hotel Chicago Downtown
10 S Wabash Ave, Chicago, IL 60603
Hampton Inn Majestic Chicago Theatre District
22 W Monroe St, Chicago, IL 60603, United States
Travelodge by Wyndham Downtown Chicago
65 E Harrison St, Chicago, IL 60605
The Blackstone, Autograph Collection
Lobby entrance on, 636 South Michigan Avenue, E Balbo Dr, Chicago, IL 60605
Staypineapple, An Iconic Hotel, The Loop Chicago
1 W Washington St, Chicago, IL 60602
Hilton Chicago
720 S Michigan Ave, Chicago, IL 60605, United States
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Fountain of the Great Lakes

E Jackson Blvd, Chicago, IL 60603
4.6(68)
Open until 6:00 PM
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Fountain of the Great Lakes, or Spirit of the Great Lakes Fountain, is an allegorical sculpture and fountain by Lorado Taft. The bronze artwork, created between 1907 and 1913, depicts five women arranged so that the fountains waterfall recalls the waterflow through the five Great Lakes of North America.

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attractions: Chicago Symphony Orchestra, Millennium Park, Crown Fountain, The Art Institute of Chicago, Cloud Gate, Symphony Center, Art Institute of Chicago Columbus Drive Entrance, Historic Begin Route 66 Sign, Orchestra Hall the Club, Auditorium Theatre, restaurants: Russian Tea Time Restaurant, Miller's Pub, Exchequer Restaurant & Pub, The Gage, Fontano's Subs & Pizzeria, Hot Woks Cool Sushi, Cindy's Rooftop, 2Twenty2 Tavern, Kong Dog, UMe | Tea & Snacks, local businesses: Historic Route 66 Begin Sign, Relish Chicago Hot Dogs, Mindworks: The Science of Thinking, Consulate General of the Philippines, Bounce Luggage Storage - Art Institute, Central Camera Company, Bye Bye Chicago, 67 E Madison St, Mythical Smokes, Reckless Records
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Chicago Symphony Orchestra

Millennium Park

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The Art Institute of Chicago

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Symphony Center

Art Institute of Chicago Columbus Drive Entrance

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Millennium Park

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Crown Fountain

Crown Fountain

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Open until 11:00 PM
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The Art Institute of Chicago

The Art Institute of Chicago

4.8

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Nearby restaurants of Fountain of the Great Lakes

Russian Tea Time Restaurant

Miller's Pub

Exchequer Restaurant & Pub

The Gage

Fontano's Subs & Pizzeria

Hot Woks Cool Sushi

Cindy's Rooftop

2Twenty2 Tavern

Kong Dog

UMe | Tea & Snacks

Russian Tea Time Restaurant

Russian Tea Time Restaurant

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Miller's Pub

Miller's Pub

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Exchequer Restaurant & Pub

Exchequer Restaurant & Pub

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The Gage

The Gage

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Relish Chicago Hot Dogs

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Beautiful park to relax and take rest, lot of shade to enjoy the great fountains and right across the road from Art Institute of Chicago.

The B.F. Ferguson Fountain of the Great Lakes

Sculptor: Lorado Taft Location: South Garden, Art Institute of Chicago Year Completed: 1913 (installed 1913–1915) Commissioned by: B.F. Ferguson Monument Fund

The Fountain of the Great Lakes is one of the most celebrated public sculptures in Chicago, created by renowned American sculptor Lorado Taft. Commissioned by the Benjamin F. Ferguson Fund, which aimed to beautify the city with public art, this fountain symbolizes the interconnected nature of the five Great Lakes—Superior, Michigan, Huron, Erie,...

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5.0
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FreeThe Art Institute South Garden steps from Michigan Ave was designed by Dan Kiley and dedicated in 1967. The garden contains honey locust trees, cockspur hawthorn trees, low lying shrubs and bushes, and season interest bulbs and plantings. A sculpture 'Fountain of the Great Lakes' or 'Ladies of the Lakes' designed by Master Sculptor Lorado Taft 1860-1936 was dedicated in 1913. Taft was a devoted artist and created many interesting sculptures in his lifetime. Research wikipedia for an extensive list of...

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5.0
27w

Stumbled on this fountain behind the Art Institute and wow—total surprise.

It feels like a secret spot in the middle of the city and there were quite a number of locals stealing a moment spot for their lunches around midday. I sat for a bit just listening to the water and people watching.

If you’re into art, nature, or just need a breather, this place is worth a quick detour. Bonus: great spot for a peaceful photo or a...

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Punnya MekkunnathPunnya Mekkunnath
Beautiful park to relax and take rest, lot of shade to enjoy the great fountains and right across the road from Art Institute of Chicago. The B.F. Ferguson Fountain of the Great Lakes Sculptor: Lorado Taft Location: South Garden, Art Institute of Chicago Year Completed: 1913 (installed 1913–1915) Commissioned by: B.F. Ferguson Monument Fund The Fountain of the Great Lakes is one of the most celebrated public sculptures in Chicago, created by renowned American sculptor Lorado Taft. Commissioned by the Benjamin F. Ferguson Fund, which aimed to beautify the city with public art, this fountain symbolizes the interconnected nature of the five Great Lakes—Superior, Michigan, Huron, Erie, and Ontario.
ZainieZainie
Stumbled on this fountain behind the Art Institute and wow—total surprise. It feels like a secret spot in the middle of the city and there were quite a number of locals stealing a moment spot for their lunches around midday. I sat for a bit just listening to the water and people watching. If you’re into art, nature, or just need a breather, this place is worth a quick detour. Bonus: great spot for a peaceful photo or a moment of zen.
Kelsey SchultzKelsey Schultz
An oasis in the heart of downtown Chicago. The fountain is beautiful and great. Five women make up the fountain, representing the five Great Lakes. We enjoyed our lunch, from Relish Chicago Hot Dogs, in the shade and cooled by the flowing water before heading to the Art Institute of Chicago. There are plenty of place to sit and admire the fountain, surrounded by shade trees and colorful flowers.
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Beautiful park to relax and take rest, lot of shade to enjoy the great fountains and right across the road from Art Institute of Chicago. The B.F. Ferguson Fountain of the Great Lakes Sculptor: Lorado Taft Location: South Garden, Art Institute of Chicago Year Completed: 1913 (installed 1913–1915) Commissioned by: B.F. Ferguson Monument Fund The Fountain of the Great Lakes is one of the most celebrated public sculptures in Chicago, created by renowned American sculptor Lorado Taft. Commissioned by the Benjamin F. Ferguson Fund, which aimed to beautify the city with public art, this fountain symbolizes the interconnected nature of the five Great Lakes—Superior, Michigan, Huron, Erie, and Ontario.
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Stumbled on this fountain behind the Art Institute and wow—total surprise. It feels like a secret spot in the middle of the city and there were quite a number of locals stealing a moment spot for their lunches around midday. I sat for a bit just listening to the water and people watching. If you’re into art, nature, or just need a breather, this place is worth a quick detour. Bonus: great spot for a peaceful photo or a moment of zen.
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An oasis in the heart of downtown Chicago. The fountain is beautiful and great. Five women make up the fountain, representing the five Great Lakes. We enjoyed our lunch, from Relish Chicago Hot Dogs, in the shade and cooled by the flowing water before heading to the Art Institute of Chicago. There are plenty of place to sit and admire the fountain, surrounded by shade trees and colorful flowers.
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