Galaxy - Cambridge, MA
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N 42° 21.746 W 071° 05.090
19T E 328318 N 4692123
The Galaxy sculpture and fountain in Kendall Square is a symmetrical arrangement of globes and a ring of water.
Waymark Code: WMWHDX
Location: Massachusetts, United States
Date Posted: 09/06/2017
Published By:Groundspeak Premium Member Outspoken1
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In Cambridge, in Kendall Square, is a fountain titled, "Galaxy," which is listed in the Smithsonian Art Inventory.

The sculpture is a fountain prominently located in the square. It is between Broadway and Main Streets and is just off the east end of the Marriott Hotel.

There are several elements to the fountain. In the center is a globe with several features on it suggesting landforms. Around it are two metal rings with water spraying on the center globe. Under these is a pool where the water falls and is recycled. Beyond this is a circular bench feature. Beyond this are several, smaller globes with patterns drilled on them set on cube frames. On the ground are four 'cardinal points,' which are unique characters.

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Smithsonian Art Inventory (Galaxy):
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Title: Galaxy

Artist: Piene, Davis and Brigham (Sculptors)

Media (materials) used: Stainless Steel, Bronze, Chrome, and Granite.

Location (specific park, transit center, library, etc.): In a plaza between Main Street and Broadway, at the east end of the Marriott Hotel.

Date of creation or placement: 12/1/1989

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