Dumfries Fountain: Public Launch & Unveiling 

June 23 @ 12:00 pm 2:00 pm

After Dumfries’ fountain has been fully restored to working order and returned to its place in Dumfries High Street, all are invited to mark the official launching of the renovated fountain with a ceremonial turning on of the water supply, led by Dumfries and Galloway Council.  

Collect your own commemorative certificate as part of the event, which will also include music and performance from Dumfries Town Band and local dance troupes. Local school groups who have been part of the project will also attend. 

The For Enjoyment team will also be hosting some accessible printing fun to celebrate the historic official unveiling of the Fountain. 

“A dedicated group of volunteers have taken our iconic town centre fountain and tirelessly worked towards it been restored to its former glory with the expertise and dedication of skilled artisans.

We want to celebrate the day capture the celebrations get creative and produce some fabulous prints with any age or ability.”

The fountain was first unveiled on 5th of December 1882, by the then Provost Lennox. It was made by the Sun Foundry, Glasgow by George Smith and Co. and commemorates the supply of public drinking water to the town from nearby Lochrutton. The fountain is an important part of the social history of Dumfries, as the introduction of fresh water marked a turning point for following the devastating cholera epidemics of 1832 and 1848.  

The Fountain Restoration Group came together in 2017 to support the fountains restoration, led by Dumfries and Galloway Council, with support from Industrial Heritage Consulting, The Stove Network with the works carried out by Lost Art over the course of the past 8 months. 

Free
100 High Street
Dumfries, United Kingdom

Dumfries Fountain X Reel to Real Cinema Present: Dumfries Fountain : A Documentary 

July 19 @ 5:00 pm 7:00 pm

Over the course of the past few years, documentary filmmakers Patrick Rooney and Ross Scott have been following the story of Dumfries’ fountain restoration, speaking with local community members and those involved in the engagement programme about the project, from the initial consultation through to the unveiling. Join us for the world premiere of the film, which includes behind the scenes footage of the restoration process! Sharing the journey of the fountain, and the complex work involved in its restoration, this will be the culminating event of the fountain launch activities.

There will be the opportunity after the screening to hear from some of the team involved in the project, and to join us after the screening for a celebratory drink.

Tickets for this event are free but limited so please book your space.

About the Filmmakers 

Ross Scott is a freelance filmmaker and photographer, with industry experience over seven years with award-winning production company Plum Films, Ross shoots and edits documentaries, music videos, corporate film, commercials, educational content, and dramatic cinema. Learn more about Ross here.

PatrickRooney is an award-winning freelance director and filmmaker, working under thetitle of DEAR FRIEND Films. He produces a variety of high quality, professionalvideo and film content: from feature films, short films and documentaries topromotional videos, showreels and other online content. Learn more about Patrick here.

Free

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Mill Road
Dumfries, DG2 7BE United Kingdom

Dumfries Fountain Project: Research and Studio Work, Exhibition

November 10, 2021 @ 12:00 pm 4:00 pm

The Smithy, 113-115 High Street, Dumfries
An exhibition by artist Alex Allan

A pop-up exhibition at The Smithy, 113-115 High Street, hosted by artist Alex Allan. Allan has been working with the Dumfries Fountain Project coordinated by the Stove Network, exploring, and designing a proposal for a permanent piece of public art to be situated by the Dumfries Fountain to complement the historic landmark.

You are invited to consider the research gathered during their time in Dumfries, experiment and play with ideas and materials from the studio and contribute your own thoughts to the work. What would you like from a new piece of public art in the centre of the town?

This is a unique chance to hear from the artist themselves and learn more about this timely and fascinating project. Come on in!

113 – 115 High Street
Dumfries, Scotland United Kingdom

Dumfries Fountain Project: Research and Studio Work, Exhibition

November 11, 2021 @ 12:00 pm 4:00 pm

The Smithy, 113-115 High Street, Dumfries
An exhibition by artist Alex Allan

A pop-up exhibition at The Smithy, 113-115 High Street, hosted by artist Alex Allan. Allan has been working with the Dumfries Fountain Project coordinated by the Stove Network, exploring, and designing a proposal for a permanent piece of public art to be situated by the Dumfries Fountain to complement the historic landmark.

You are invited to consider the research gathered during their time in Dumfries, experiment and play with ideas and materials from the studio and contribute your own thoughts to the work. What would you like from a new piece of public art in the centre of the town?

This is a unique chance to hear from the artist themselves and learn more about this timely and fascinating project. Come on in!

113 – 115 High Street
Dumfries, Scotland United Kingdom

Dumfries Fountain Project: Research and Studio Work, Exhibition

November 12, 2021 @ 12:00 pm 4:00 pm

The Smithy, 113-115 High Street, Dumfries
An exhibition by artist Alex Allan

A pop-up exhibition at The Smithy, 113-115 High Street, hosted by artist Alex Allan. Allan has been working with the Dumfries Fountain Project coordinated by the Stove Network, exploring, and designing a proposal for a permanent piece of public art to be situated by the Dumfries Fountain to complement the historic landmark.

You are invited to consider the research gathered during their time in Dumfries, experiment and play with ideas and materials from the studio and contribute your own thoughts to the work. What would you like from a new piece of public art in the centre of the town?

This is a unique chance to hear from the artist themselves and learn more about this timely and fascinating project. Come on in!

113 – 115 High Street
Dumfries, Scotland United Kingdom

Dumfries Fountain Project: Research and Studio Work, Exhibition

November 13, 2021 @ 12:00 pm 4:00 pm

The Smithy, 113-115 High Street, Dumfries
An exhibition by artist Alex Allan

A pop-up exhibition at The Smithy, 113-115 High Street, hosted by artist Alex Allan. Allan has been working with the Dumfries Fountain Project coordinated by the Stove Network, exploring, and designing a proposal for a permanent piece of public art to be situated by the Dumfries Fountain to complement the historic landmark.

You are invited to consider the research gathered during their time in Dumfries, experiment and play with ideas and materials from the studio and contribute your own thoughts to the work. What would you like from a new piece of public art in the centre of the town?

This is a unique chance to hear from the artist themselves and learn more about this timely and fascinating project. Come on in!

113 – 115 High Street
Dumfries, Scotland United Kingdom
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