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Über Crown Fountain

Crown Fountain is one of Chicago's most beloved modern public artworks, bringing together cutting-edge technology and playful interactive design. Located in AT&T Plaza within Millennium Park, this 66-foot-tall glass block structure displays videos of Chicago residents' faces on its LED screens, creating a mesmerizing light show that changes throughout the day and night. Artist Jaume Plensa's creation uses real Chicagoans from all walks of life; residents were filmed in a studio and their footage creates an ever-rotating gallery of smiling, frowning, blinking faces that feel surprisingly personal despite the technological medium. The fountain earned its name from a Crown Corporation deed restriction that once required a 'drinking fountain' in the plaza; Plensa's interpretation playfully delivers water from the mouths of the digital faces in summer months, inviting visitors to interact with the art. This fusion of high-tech spectacle with community connection makes it a perfect spot for a Questo city game where you can discover Chicago's commitment to merging art with everyday public space.

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29 S Michigan Ave, Chicago, IL 60603, USA

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Why is Crown Fountain called that?
The name came from a Crown Corporation deed restriction requiring a 'drinking fountain' on the site. Artist Jaume Plensa created a whimsical interpretation where water shoots from the digital faces' mouths during summer.
Can you interact with Crown Fountain?
Yes! The fountain shoots water from the faces' mouths in warmer months, and visitors love taking photos and videos of their reactions to the gigantic digital faces.
Who appears on Crown Fountain's screens?
Real Chicagoans from diverse backgrounds were filmed and appear on the screens. Over 1,000 Chicagoans are represented in the rotation.
Is there a cost to visit Crown Fountain?
No, Crown Fountain is completely free to visit and is open year-round in Millennium Park.

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