Franklin Place - Pella, Ia.
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N 41° 24.369 W 092° 54.942
15T E 507046 N 4583848
This small area of green space is accessed through the archways of the Klokkenspel - 625 Franklin Street in Pella, Ia.
Waymark Code: WMP10F
Location: Iowa, United States
Date Posted: 06/07/2015
Published By:Groundspeak Premium Member DougK
Views: 4

This bronze marker is on the right side of the archway underneath the Klokkenspel. The Klokkenspel (glockenspiel) is two stories constructed of red brick. The first story is three arches that lead to a courtyard. The second story is where the glockenspiel figures perform. This "stage" is behind three large bay windows. Above the windows is a large white clock with black Roman numerals and black hands. The date plaque "1984" is above the clock.

The plaza has a series of tile murals and a small fountain. The area is very nicely landsscaped. The text of the marker reads:

Franklin Place

H. Stuart Kuyper
1921 - 1980

The tireless energy and creativity of
Stu Kuyper helped complete many
civic projects. Franklin Place
realizes a dream he envisioned for
preserving Pella's central business
district.

This arch and courtyard are
dedicated to his memory by his
business, his family, and his friends.

Dedicated May 4, 1985
Pella's 50th Tulip Time
Name: Franklin Place

Street Location: 625 Franklin

Local Municipality: Pella

State/Province, etc.: Ia.

Country: USA

Monuments/Statues: small plaque under archway

Art (murals/sculpture, etc.): Tile Murals

Fountains: small Fountain

Traditional Geocaches:
none


Web Site: Not listed

Memorial/Commemoration: Not listed

Date Established: Not listed

Picnic Facilities: Not listed

Recreational Facilities: Not listed

Ponds/Lakes/Streams/Rivers/Beach: Not listed

Special Events: Not listed

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