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KC's fountains symbolize our world-class status and are a visual display of community pride. Please visit CityOfFountains.org to donate

Now is the time to join forces to continue to showcase the beauty and craftsmanship of these celebrations of water. The City of Fountains Foundation is a 501 c3 dedicated to the preservation and restoration of Kansas City-area historic fountains and sculptures. In 2015 the Foundation completed the Wish Upon A Fountain Campaign to raise awareness and funds to restore 8 fountains with significant re

storation needs working with Kansas City Parks & Recreation Department. The City of Fountains Foundation was established in 1973 by Hallmark executive Harold Rice and his wife, Peggy. The foundation was organized as a not-for-profit corporation with a goal of raising funds to construct new fountains, manage trust funds to cover maintenance costs, and increase awareness of the importance of Kansas City’s fountains highlighted on www.kcfountains.org.

06/12/2026

June 17 is coming up quickly.

Now is the time to reserve your seat for the first City of Fountains Bus Tour.

Join us for a guided 2.5-hour tour featuring iconic fountains and well-known Kansas City destinations.

Book now.
⛲https://cityoffountains.org/2026/05/fountain-bus-tours/
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06/08/2026

⚽Visiting Kansas City for the soccer matches?

The City of Fountains Bus Tour is an easy and memorable way to see the city.

Spanish (June 17) and French (June 28) translation is available, and tours depart from Mill Creek Park Fountain near the Country Club Plaza.

Reserve your seat for June 17 or another available date.
⚽https://cityoffountains.org/2026/05/fountain-bus-tours/
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06/04/2026

See some of Kansas City’s most recognized fountains on one guided tour.

Highlights include Mill Creek Park Fountain, Eagle Scout Tribute Fountain, Firefighters Memorial Fountain, and Rose Garden Fountain.

It is a memorable way to experience the City of Fountains.

Book your ticket today.
🔗https://cityoffountains.org/2026/05/fountain-bus-tours/
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06/02/2026

Kansas City’s City of Fountains Bus Tours begin June 17.

This guided 2.5-hour tour gives guests a closer look at some of the city’s most recognized fountains and destinations.

🎟️Tickets are $75 per rider, with all fees included.

🚍Reserve your seat today.
https://cityoffountains.org/2026/05/fountain-bus-tours/
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05/13/2026

The Alfred Benjamin Memorial combines powerful and civic history in one important Kansas City landmark.

Created by Francis Packer and dedicated in 1927, it honors a man remembered for noble deeds and community leadership.

Its inscription and symbolic design continue to give this monument lasting meaning in Swope Park.

📍Starlight Road and Pavilion Road, Kansas City, MO

Visit our site for more information and to see more photos.
🌐https://cityoffountains.org/alfred-benjamin-memorial/

Help protect Kansas City’s monuments and memorials by making a donation.
💵https://cityoffountains.org/donate/
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05/04/2026

Delbert J. Haff Fountain honors one of the most influential advocates of Kansas City’s parks system.

Located at the west entrance to Swope Park, the site brings together a bronze bust, mirror pool, landscaped circle, and year-round fountain jets in a setting rich with local history.

Its design reflects decades of planning, dedication, and public investment in Kansas City’s parks and monuments.

📍E Meyer Boulevard and Swope Parkway, Kansas City, MO

Visit our site for more information and to see more photos.
⛲https://cityoffountains.org/delbert-j-haff-fountain/

Support the preservation of Kansas City’s historic fountains with a donation today!
🌐https://cityoffountains.org/donate/
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04/29/2026

Fountain Day 2026 marked the return of flowing water across Kansas City, bringing the community together to celebrate the start of fountain season.

With temperatures in the 70s, a cloud-filled sky, and a steady breeze, the weather held off just long enough for the event to unfold. Music, a live painting, and the presence of international flags reflected both local tradition and Kansas City’s connection to the upcoming World Cup.

City leaders, KC Parks and Recreation, and the City of Fountains Foundation spoke before the annual countdown. As the fountain turned on, the band played “I’m Going to Kansas City,” marking the official start of the season.

Visit our site to see more photos and highlights from the day.
⛲https://cityoffountains.org/2026/04/fountain-day-2026-kansas-city/

Support the preservation of Kansas City’s fountains by making a donation today.
🌐https://cityoffountains.org/donate/
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04/15/2026

Set into the stone wall of a service building in Loose Park, the Wall Fountains reflect a unique chapter in Kansas City’s public art history.

Created in 1941 through a Works Progress Administration competition, artist Jeanette Klein’s kneeling figures quietly release water into basins below.

Often called “Adam and Eve,” the sculptures were never officially named, leaving their meaning open to interpretation.

If you’re attending Fountain Day at Loose Park, don’t miss this often overlooked fountain.

Visit our website to learn more and see additional photos.
🌐 https://cityoffountains.org/loose-park-wall-fountains-adam-and-eve/

Fountain Day 2026
⛲ https://cityoffountains.org/2026/02/fountain-day-2026/

Donate to help preserve Kansas City’s historic fountains.
➡️ https://cityoffountains.org/donate/
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04/09/2026

⛲One week until Fountain Day.

On Wednesday, April 15 at 2:00 PM, KC Parks and Recreation will activate the Rose Garden Fountain at Loose Park, signaling the start of fountain season across the city.

The City of Fountains Foundation will be in attendance, and Board President Mark McHenry will speak during the program.

Join us for this cherished spring tradition.

Visit our website for full details.
➡️https://cityoffountains.org/
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03/20/2026

Spring is the perfect time to refresh your space and bring new energy into your home.

As you begin your spring cleaning, consider updating your walls with that celebrates Kansas City’s most beloved fountains.

The Fountain Art Collection features 84 original pieces created by talented local artists, inspired by six historic fountains across the city.

Visit our website to explore the collection and purchase your favorite piece today.
🎨https://cityoffountains.org/product-category/fountain-art-gallery/
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Address

P. O. Box 8912
Kansas City, MO
64114

Telephone

+18168422299

Website

https://cityoffountains.org/

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