Monday, May 21, 2012

Julie Penrose Fountain

Tina's PicStory theme this week is Round. So here are some photos of the Julie Penrose Fountain at America the Beautiful Park, near downtown Colorado Springs.
Spencer and Julie Penrose are two of the most famous people in the history of our city, known for their philanthropy.
The above shots were taken before the fountain was turned on; in the next one you can see the water flowing.
Originally the city tried to keep people away from the fountain. But it was just too attractive to hot children on the sunny summer days that are so common here, so they gave up and hired a lifeguard instead.
I can only imagine how refreshing it must be, but I didn't get wet!
And it's a part of Our World Tuesday.
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21 comments:

  1. Sylvia KMay 21, 2012 at 9:26 AM

    Such a beautiful fountain! I would love to stand in the spray with the kids!! And such gorgeous skies!! Thanks for a wonderful look at your world today, Al!!

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  2. JanaMay 21, 2012 at 11:02 AM

    How fun, who could resist a little splash

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  3. sonia a. mascaroMay 21, 2012 at 11:50 AM

    Wow! Julie Penrose Fountain is really stunning. The blue sky is beautiful too. Great pictures, Al!

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  4. Karin M.May 21, 2012 at 2:56 PM

    Those are great photos....fantastic perspectives ...
    Best regards, Karin

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  5. L. NeusiedlerMay 21, 2012 at 10:08 PM

    great photos! you really did a good job and illustrated the theme really nice!

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  6. ArijaMay 21, 2012 at 10:55 PM

    A beautiful feature to frame the landscape , simple, elegant and nice from any angle. Love the shot with the full reflection.

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  7. SquirrelQueenMay 22, 2012 at 12:34 AM

    I'm glad to hear the city finally gave in and provided safety for those who would have probably gone in the fountain anyway. It is a beautiful sculpture.

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  8. AnonymousMay 22, 2012 at 12:55 AM

    What great shots! Such a beautiful sculpture/fountain.

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  9. Kim, USAMay 22, 2012 at 1:33 AM

    Wow that is beautiful!!

    Kim,MI

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  10. RajeshMay 22, 2012 at 2:07 AM

    Wonderful shots of the sculpture with water jets.

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  11. Tina´s PicStoryMay 22, 2012 at 2:31 AM

    what a great post for *round*! simply perfect :) thanks for sharing with us! i would also like to jump in on a hot day :)

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  12. UnknownMay 22, 2012 at 4:33 AM

    And turned it into a people fountain. What a good idea. Boom & Gary of the Vermilon River, Canada.

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  13. Ann, Chen Jie Xue 陈洁雪May 22, 2012 at 4:50 AM

    very futuristic, such a sleek circle.

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  14. Latane BartonMay 22, 2012 at 8:32 AM

    That is really neat. And, yes, I'd want to get in the water if it was a hot day, too. Go kids.

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  15. KarenMay 22, 2012 at 8:39 AM

    Great shots! I love the way the fountain frames so many views!

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  16. AndreaMay 22, 2012 at 8:40 AM

    great pics

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  17. Black Jack's CarolMay 22, 2012 at 8:43 AM

    That is a very beautiful sculpture and your photos did it justice. Love the 2nd photo with reflection, and the last with the fluffy clouds in the background. I guess the lifeguard idea will be expensive, but what a great way for kids to feel up close and personal with art.

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  18. ZielonaMilaMay 22, 2012 at 10:01 AM

    The fantastic fountain and beautiful photographs. I am greeting

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  19. TheChieftessMay 22, 2012 at 1:39 PM

    Love the 3rd and 4th pics especially! Interesting sculpture!!!

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  20. Scrappy GramsMay 22, 2012 at 2:42 PM

    what a unique fountain! on hot days, I'd be right there, for sure.

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  21. Monica S EngellMay 23, 2012 at 12:10 PM

    Great post and shots! Wonderful fountain!
    :)

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