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Pool of Industry / Fountain of the Planets

Introduction / Guidebook About the Fountain / Fountain Show Music Construction The Parker Brochure Gallery I Gallery II

Some of the most beautiful exhibits of the Fair were not housed in Space Age pavilions. Rather, they were the Pools, Fountains & Effects that thrilled the Fairgoers. Now, begin your tour at the Astral Fountain and journey through the grounds to view the nine Feature Stories on these spectacular attractions.  Follow these links to visit other Pools, Fountains & Effects of the Fair  Astral Fountain | Fountain of the Planets - Pool of Industry | Fountain of Progress - North | Fountain of Progress - South | Lunar Fountain | Main Mall | Solar Fountain Entrance Towers | Lighting & Effects A gigantic symphony of fireworks, water, color and music occurs every evening. The Fountain of the Planets, largest in the world, shoots 10,000 tons of water as high as 150 feet into the air in ever-changing patterns. Rockets are fired from 464 launchers; lights totaling 150 million candle power cast their brilliant colors at water and sky; and music plays over loudspeakers. The fountain is automated, allowing split-second coordination of water jets, lights and music in five completely different shows. The description of this exhibit from the 1965 Official Guide Book