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Josephine Shaw Lowell Memorial Fountain

Tourist attraction Historical landmark Sculpture

👍👍 Beautiful fountain ⛲️! memorializing Josephine Shaw Lowell, a social worker active in the late 19th century. The fountain was designed by architect Charles A. Platt and dedicated in 1912. People often mention fountain,


Address

41 W 40th St, New York, NY 10018

Website

www.nycgovparks.org

Contact

(212) 768-4242

Rating on Google Maps

4.70 (41 reviews)

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Working Hours

  • Thursday: 7 AM to 11 PM
  • Friday: 7 AM to 11 PM
  • Saturday: 7 AM to 11 PM
  • Sunday: (Easter), 7 AM to 11 PM, Hours might differ
  • Monday: 7 AM to 11 PM
  • Tuesday: 7 AM to 11 PM
  • Wednesday: 7 AM to 11 PM

Featured Reviews


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  • 5/5 White R. 9 months ago on Google • 311 reviews
    Beautiful fountain ⛲️! memorializing Josephine Shaw Lowell, a social worker active in the late 19th century. The fountain was designed by architect Charles A. Platt and dedicated in 1912.
    3 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 3/5 MrsWayfarer 5 months ago on Google • 1098 reviews
    Lovely location to pull up a chair and watch the city and its people.

  • 4/5 William W. 2 months ago on Google • 108 reviews New
    Beautiful fountain to commemorate a soldier’s widow.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Gabriel 3 months ago on Google • 413 reviews New
    It's great to have the opportunity to visit this place. It is breathtaking. It's beautiful day and night. At all times!

  • 5/5 J. S. 10 months ago on Google • 237 reviews
    It's a beautiful fountain and a great meeting spot for any ocassion!

  • 5/5 Almen M. 1 month ago on Google • 59 reviews New
    I had a difficult day and saw it that view was perfect! I was sitting in front of the fountain in a really cold but sunny day, was what I needed today ☀️⛲️ piece of peace in middle of the city 🫶🏻 I love it !

  • 4/5 Jeremy A. 5 years ago on Google
    This Memorial Fountain was built to honor Josephine Shaw Lowell, who founded the Charity Organization Society.

  • 5/5 Ingrid Y. 4 years ago on Google
    Lovely outdoor setting for any occasion

  • 5/5 Ajay N. 5 years ago on Google
    Very beautiful fountain and garden around it

  • 4/5 Roger A. 2 years ago on Google
    Gorgeous fountain at Bryant park!

  • 4/5 Yrb7195 L. 7 months ago on Google • 3 reviews
    Relaxed place to unwind for a while. Add a sandwich, a drink...enjoy! There is always a place to be found


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