Editing Swann Memorial Fountain (section)

== Frequently Asked Questions ==

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|q1=What do the three figures represent in Swann Fountain?
|a1=The three figures represent Philadelphia's major waterways: the Delaware River (mature male), Schuylkill River (young female), and Wissahickon Creek (young female). The Native American figures reflect the region's original inhabitants.

|q2=Who designed Swann Memorial Fountain?
|a2=Alexander Stirling Calder designed the fountain, dedicated in 1924. He was the middle of three generations of Philadelphia sculptors—his father created the William Penn statue atop City Hall, and his son became famous for mobiles.

|q3=When is the fountain running?
|a3=The fountain operates seasonally, typically from April through October. It's turned off during winter months. The sculpture is always visible, but you'll need to visit during warmer months to see the water features.

|q4=Where is the best place to view Swann Fountain?
|a4=The fountain is in a traffic circle, so the best views are from the surrounding sidewalks along the Benjamin Franklin Parkway. The north and south approaches offer good sightlines. The fountain is illuminated at night during operating season.
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