Solar Fountain

Some of the most beautiful exhibits of the Fair were not housed in Space Age pavilions. Rather, they were the Pools, Fountains & Effects that thrilled the Fairgoers. Now, begin your tour at the Solar Fountain and journey through the grounds to view the nine Feature Stories on these spectacular attractions. 

Follow these links to visit other Pools, Fountains & Effects of the Fair

 Astral Fountain | Fountain of the Planets - Pool of Industry | Fountain of Progress - North | Fountain of Progress - South | Lunar Fountain | Main Mall | Solar Fountain

Entrance Towers | Lighting & Effects




A description of this fountain was not included in the 1964 Official Guide Book

A description of this fountain was not included in the 1965 Official Guide Book

The location of this fountain on the 1964 Official Souvenir Map

Cover - 1964 Official Souvenir Map

This fountain, located between the Industrial and International areas of the Fair features water sprays from a towering sunburst.

The fountain, situated in a 120-foot diameter pool, consists of a golden bubble with sparkling glass insets. A verticle column, 40 feet high, supports a 6-foot diameter golden sunburst waterfall.

 

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