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Clarence Buckingham Memorial Fountain

Buckingham Fountain is a Chicago Landmark in the center of Grant Park, between Queen's Landing and the end of Ida B. Wells Drive. Dedicated in 1927 and donated to the city by philanthropist Kate S. Buckingham, it is one of the largest fountains in the world. Built in a rococo wedding cake style and inspired by the Latona Fountain at the Palace of Versailles, its design allegorically represents nearby Lake Michigan.

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Wheelchair accessible
Built 1927

Address: 301 South Columbus Drive
Phone: +1 312 742 3918
Website: chicagoparkdistrict.com (opens in a new tab)

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Grant Park
Right at the center of Chicago, this has been a park space for almost the entire history of the city. Most citywide events and festivals (see below) are held in Grant Park and the Petrillo Bandshell. The centerpiece of the park is Buckingham Fountain (10AM-11PM), which is sometimes accompanied by music and colored lights (8-11PM, May-Sep). There are also tennis courts, softball fields, and a walking trail near the lake. Millennium Park is to the north and the Museum Campus is to the south, so there is a large area to wander.
6AM-11PM dailyEntrance to the park and most events & festivals is generally free, although some concerts do have an admission charge; in that case, admission to other areas of the park is still free · Built 1844 · Heritage listed
EatAmerican restaurant
Buck's Four Star Grill
301 S Columbus Dr
DrinkCafé
Fountain Cafe
Jackson Dr.
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