Lotta's fountain was dedicated in 1875 at the intersection of Market Street where Geary and Kearny Streets connect in downtown San Francisco, California.
The cast pillar with a drinking fountain at its base was donated to San Francisco by the entertainer Lotta Crabtree. It served as a meeting point during the 1906 earthquake and fire.
Commemorations of the earthquake, including a dwindling pool of survivors, are held every year at 5:12 a.m. on April 18th at the intersection.
In 1999, the fountain, which had suffered neglect in the past decades was totally refurbished to its 1875 appearance.
Coordinates: 37°47′17″N 122°24′12″W / 37.78794°N 122.40329°W
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