Eagle Scout Memorial Fountain - Kansas City, MO
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bluesnote
N 39° 03.414 W 094° 34.770
15S E 363334 N 4324277
Being an eagle myself, I thought this was a really cool addition to the many fountains already installed in the city.
Waymark Code: WMP9RE
Location: Missouri, United States
Date Posted: 07/26/2015
Views: 2
The plaque says, "The Pennsylvania railroad company presented this statuary to the Kansas City Area Council, Boy Scouts of America in recognition of scouting's contribution to this nation as a lasting tribute to those who have earned its highest award The Eagle Scout Badge. Designed by Adolph Alexander Weinman, this entablature graced the east concourse entrance to the Pennsylvania Railroad Station in New York City. In 1967, as that world-famous landmark was razed, this statuary was given in recognition of past achievements and as a challenge to future generations of Boy Scouts."
Name or use 'Unknown' if not known: Eagle Scout Memorial Fountain
Figure Type: Combination of two figure types
Artist Name or use 'Unknown' if not known: McKim, Charles Follen, 1847-1909, sculptor. McMullen, Maurice, architect. Weinman, Adolph A., 1870-1952, sculptor.
Date created or placed or use 'Unknown' if not known: Originally installed 1910. Relocated 1968. Dedicated October 6, 1968.
Materials used: Limestone
Location: Hyde Park
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