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Summer Joy at the Children’s Fountain
The Children’s Fountain captures the energy of childhood through six larger-than-life bronze figures inspired by Kansas City children.
From soccer and ballet to wading, balancing, and meeting challenges, each sculpture reflects a different part of growing up.
Discover the story behind one of Kansas City’s largest fountains and see how it celebrates children at play.
Our History
The City of Fountains Foundation (COFF) is a nonprofit organization founded in 1973 to promote and advocate for public fountains, sculptures and monuments in the Kansas City area. The Foundation assists in the development of public fountain and sculpture projects; and raises funds and holds endowments to help maintain, acquire, construct, relocate and conserve these landmarks for which Kansas City is famous.
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Fountain Day 2026 Welcomes the Return of Flowing Water in Kansas City
Fountain Day 2026 brought Kansas City together once again to mark the start of fountain season, continuing a tradition that signals the arrival of spring across the city. Despite a forecast that suggested rain, the weather held throughout the event….
Fountain Day 2026: The Fountains Flow Again
Kansas City’s fountain season officially returns on Wednesday, April 15, 2026, at 2:00 PM as KC Parks and Recreation hosts the annual Fountain Day celebration. This cherished spring tradition marks the moment when fountains across the city are turned on…
Bring the Children’s Fountain Home
Celebrate one of Kansas City’s most joyful fountains with prints and original artwork inspired by the Children’s Fountain. Choose from vivid fine art prints or explore original pieces that capture the fountain’s movement, color, and playful spirit. Shop the collection and find a memorable piece for your home, office, or gift.
Sculptures & Monuments
Lend a Helping Hand
Set on the front lawn of St. John LaLande, Lend a Helping Hand captures a simple but meaningful moment between two children.
One reaches down from a rocky ledge while the other reaches up, turning the sculpture into a lasting symbol of trust, kindness, and support.
Visit the sculpture page to learn more and see additional photos.
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Celebrate Kansas City’s Fountains Through Art
Discover the beauty of Kansas City’s fountains through the Fountain Art Gallery, featuring 84 original artworks inspired by six of the city’s most beloved fountains.
The gallery showcases the six winning pieces from our Spring and Summer Open Capture Call-for-Art alongside dozens of other original works created by local artists.
Each piece makes a meaningful holiday gift for art lovers and Kansas City enthusiasts alike—and 25% of every sale supports the City of Fountains Foundation, helping preserve the fountains and sculptures that define our community.
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ADDRESS:
P.O. Box 8912
Kansas City, MO
64114
PHONE:
816-842-2299