Fountain of Time
Quick Facts
- Location
- USA, Chicago
- Category
- Square & Landmark
- Duration
- 1 hour
- Opening Hours
- Outdoor viewing all day
- Ticket Price
- Free
- Address
- 5410 S Cottage Grove Ave, Chicago, IL 60615, USA
- Coordinates
- 41.7931, -87.6159
Introduction
Fountain of Time is a masterwork by the noted Chicago sculptor Lorado Taft, located at the western edge of Washington Park adjacent to the University of Chicago campus and dedicated in 1922. The 126-foot-long sculptural group, executed in concrete sheathed in lead, depicts a procession of one hundred figures spanning infancy to old age, symbolizing the grand theme of human life and the passage of time. Taft spent fourteen years completing the work, inspired by Austin Dobson's poem "The Paradox of Time." The group combines low and high relief, with figures in varied postures depicting war, love, religion, and daily life. Fountain of Time is a rare grand public artwork in American sculpture history, and a profound and moving cultural landmark on Chicago's South Side.
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FAQ
What are the opening hours of Fountain of Time?
Outdoor viewing all day
How much is the admission for Fountain of Time?
Free
Any practical tips for visiting Fountain of Time?
The sculpture is rich in detail; walk the full 126 feet slowly to appreciate it Combine with Washington Park and the University of Chicago campus
How long should I spend at Fountain of Time?
A typical visit takes 1 hour.
