Shirley Bush Helzberg Garden of the Stars Fountain

Shirley Bush Helzberg Garden of the Stars Fountain

Located inside the east entrance of Starlight Theatre is the large water feature known as the Shirley Bush Helzberg Garden of the Stars Fountain. The picturesque fountain features ten waterfalls gently cascading amongst eleven brick columns that stand twenty feet tall. The water falls into a pool with more than a dozen vertical water jets. The heights of the jets decrease as the fountain goes west. The pool stretches west toward the performance area curving into the distance for a total length of 180 feet.

The fountain welcomes guests as they enter the east side of the theatre. It is also a favorite resting spot for theatregoers and has surely served as the backdrop of thousands, if not millions, of photographs taken at Starlight Theatre. It has also been the site of numerous weddings and private events.

Location

Starlight Theatre, 4600 Starlight Road, Kansas City, MO

Designer / Artist

Dates

Constructed 1996, Dedicated 1997

Owner

KCMO Parks & Recreation Department

The fountain and surrounding garden commemorate Barnett and Shirley Helzbergā€™s longtime dedication to Starlight Theatre. The former owners of Helzberg Jewelers donated $1 million toward the creation of the site. Mrs. Helzberg served as president of the Starlight Board of Directors from 1991 to 1994.

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