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Fairmount Park - A Closer Look

Fairmount Park - A Closer Look

Fairmount Park was created to solve a major public health issue: the need for fresh, clean water.

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Neoclassical ArchitectureThe design for the waterworks buildings reflected the tastes of the times, which favored Neoclassical forms for all civic buildings. ElevationThe location was ideal for facilitating water flow.

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