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The Crab Fountain at the Museum of Vancouver is one of Vancouver’s most prominent pieces of public art, and one of its largest. Located a bit off the beaten path at the rather underwhelming Museum of Vancouver, the dramatic sculpture is nonetheless a highly photographed object. I was particularly fond, on this day, of the way the crab’s arms framed the Canadian flag in the background.
A plaque is located at the base of the sculpture, and it reads:
This fountain sculpture, made by George Norris, was commissioned by the Women’s Activities Group of the Centennial Committee of Vancouver as a gift to the citizens of Vancouver.
Beneath this plaque is a time capsule to be opened on Canada’s Bicentennial, July 1, 2067
The crab was looked on by the Indians as the guardian of the harbour and is also the sign of he zodiac for the period beginning July first, Canada’s birthday.
Posted by skooter at 11:22 PM
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This entry is tagged: Museum of Vancouver, Museums, Public Art