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The Story Behind the Loose Park Lake Fountain
The Loose Park Lake Fountain has been a familiar sight to Kansas City visitors since 1964.
Nearly three decades later, the fountain was renovated and donated in memory of Roy A. Cramer, Jr., with a commitment to provide perpetual repairs.
Read how this landmark became part of one of Kansas City’s most beloved parks and see more photos.
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…
Loose Park Lake Fountain Art Collection
The Loose Park Lake Fountain has inspired painters, photographers, and visitors for generations. This featured collection includes a museum-quality fine art print by Spring Open Capture winner Melissa Chaney, along with original artwork from 14 artists, each offering a unique interpretation of this Kansas City landmark. Browse the collection and find the piece that speaks to you.
Sculptures & Monuments
Richard Hunt’s Growing
Installed in Leawood’s Tomahawk Creek Parkway Sculpture Park, Growing is one of several works by internationally recognized sculptor Richard Hunt.
Created from welded stainless steel, its abstract design encourages every visitor to interpret the sculpture in a different way.
Learn about its history and see more 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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Kansas City, MO
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