College Park in Tallahassee in Leon County, Florida — The American South (South Atlantic)
The Westcott Fountain and Plaza
— Florida State University Legacy Walk —
Photographed By Cosmos Mariner, July 14, 2023
1. The Westcott Fountain and Plaza Marker
Since 1917, the Westcott Fountain has been the symbolic landmark of the rich heritage and traditions of the Florida State University and its predecessor institution, the Florida State College for Women.
A gift of the classes of 1915 and 1917, the original fountain graced the main entrance to the campus for over seventy years. It was renovated in 1982 in remembrance of Professor Anna Forbes Liddell (1891-1979), Robert O. Lawton Distinguished Professor of Philosophy. In the summer of 1988, when the supporting structure began to fail, the historic fountain was replaced with an exact replica.
The commemorative brick plaza that surrounds the fountain originated as a project of the classes of 1996 and 1997. It was constructed during the winter and spring of 1998 through donations from alumni, students, faculty, staff, and friends of the university.
Topics. This historical marker is listed in this topic list: Landmarks. A significant historical year for this entry is 1917.
Location. 30° 26.444′ N, 84° 17.466′ W. Marker is in Tallahassee, Florida, in Leon County. It is in College Park. Marker can be reached from the intersection of South Copeland Street and West College Avenue, on the right when traveling south. The marker is located beside the brick plaza bench on the east side of the fountain.
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Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within walking distance of this marker. John Thrasher (a few steps from this marker); Thomas Kent "T.K." Wetherell (within shouting distance of this marker); The Florida State University Campus (within shouting distance of this marker); Mina Jo Powell Alumni Green (about 300 feet away, measured in a direct line); Antonio Proctor, George Proctor, John Proctor (approx. 0.3 miles away); Old City Cemetery (approx. 0.3 miles away); Major General David Lang (approx. 0.3 miles away); Prince and Princess Murat (approx. 0.4 miles away). Touch for a list and map of all markers in Tallahassee.
Also see . . . Westcott Fountain and Plaza. Excerpt:
No one in the classes of 1915 and 1917 envisioned how important a symbol the Fountain would become. Surrounded by busy students, faculty and staff, and the occasional pinning ceremony, engagement or prank, it has truly earned its place in FSU history. The plaza is home to countless celebrations and photo opportunities and bricks commemorating names, dates and special accomplishments continue to be installed each semester.(Submitted on October 16, 2023, by Cosmos Mariner of Cape Canaveral, Florida.)
Photographed By Cosmos Mariner, July 14, 2023
2. The Westcott Fountain and Plaza Marker
Photographed By Cosmos Mariner, July 14, 2023
3. The Westcott Fountain and Plaza
Photographed By Cosmos Mariner, July 14, 2023
4. The Westcott Fountain and Plaza
Photographed By Cosmos Mariner, July 14, 2023
5. The Westcott Fountain, Plaza and James D. Westcott Building
Credits. This page was last revised on October 16, 2023. It was originally submitted on October 16, 2023, by Cosmos Mariner of Cape Canaveral, Florida. This page has been viewed 74 times since then and 32 times this year. Photos: 1, 2, 3, 4, 5. submitted on October 16, 2023, by Cosmos Mariner of Cape Canaveral, Florida.
