The Broadway Fountain As water flows from its jets, which then transform into a stream of water descending from the upper levels to the pool below, visitors come from all over the world to visit downtown Madison's most iconic landmark. This weathered fountain has the classic green, white and black patina that many outdoor sculptures have. Located on Broadway Street between Main and Third Street is a 26-foot-tall, 35-foot-wide fountain with two pools and a reflecting pool (Grimes). This iconic fountain is the Broadway Fountain. The Broadway Fountain is one of Madison's landmarks, which stood in the middle of Broadway for almost 100 years before being dismantled and replaced by the 1981 bronze production. The Broadway Fountain was designed by a certain JP Victor Andre. "André is a French sculptor employed by the Jane, Kirtland Iron Company of Morrisianna, NY (Coons)". He modeled the fountain design after the fountain at Place de la Concorde in Paris. The Broadway Fountain had three uniquely decorated tiered pools as well as four tritons surrounding the base. Each creature holds a shell horn that shoots water. At the top of the highest pool is a female figure in classical dress holding a rod. “The cartouches featured the Odd Fellows symbol consisting of three interconnected links and adorned each side of the octagonal base of the Fountain (Coons).” Although considered a local landmark, the fountain doesn't always have a place in Madison. “In 1876 it first appeared at the Philadelphia Centennial Exposition (Grimes).” There it was exhibited in the Agricultural Nave. The fountain was purchased several years after the Exposition closed by The Odd Fellows. “The Odd Fellows purchased the fountain as a gift to the town (Grimes).” When it arrived... middle of paper ...... is used for other community events and weddings throughout the year. For the past several years, the centerpiece of historic downtown Madison has sat dormant. The fountain was closed to further facilitate work to upgrade its own electrical system as well as those along surrounding walkways. The upgrades aim to repair underwater lights, leaks and the entire electrical system (Grimes). New lighting will also be installed along the park’s sidewalks. The Broadway Fountain must be reactivated and restored to all its splendor that we all know and love. Jim Grant writes of beautiful and historic Madison, Indiana: She will always remain on Broadway and Main, Strange comrades presented from France; And think of a gift Eighty men could not lift, But one person's spirit can be lifted with a single glance.; (15-16)