Experiencing the Walk - The Fountain and Iris Rill

The spirited fountain has three illuminated jets of water that fall into a pool with a spiral mosaic design. An artistically carved boulder sculpture will be located near the fountain creating yet another place for visitors to find time for thought and reflection.

Iris Rill

Inspired by the concept of a trail winding through the park, the Iris Rill symbolically links the water from the Fountain in Honor of Mothers to the East Gardens. The Iris Rill was designed for sustainability and collects rain falling onto the paving and gently absorbs the flow of water to sustain the beautiful and vibrant plant material in the cleavage of the Rill. A series of benches straddle the area for quiet reflection and socializing.

Future plans include the installation of a series of granite boulder sculptures designed by Berkeley-based artists Masayuki Nagase and Michele Ku. Etched with the water motifs that continue throughout the park, these carved boulders represent the strengths and energies of women.

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