Mountain Fountain to be inaugurated in its new home

The popular sculpture Mountain Fountain by Terry Stringer will be inaugurated in its new home in Parnell this weekend.

The artwork will be inaugurated in the grounds of the Holy Trinity Cathedral by the Hon. John Banks, QSO, Mayor of Auckland city, and artist Terry Stringer, on Sunday, 12 September 2010 at 5pm.

Following the inauguration and blessing ceremony, Auckland City Council and Holy Trinity Cathedral, together with Parnell Inc., the association of Parnell businesses, will celebrate the arrival of Mountain Fountain in Parnell with a free concert for the community and guests, featuring renowned Maori singer Whirimako Black accompanied by oboist Russel Walder.

Mountain Fountain was removed from Aotea Square in October 2008, due to the square’s redevelopment. A decision was made to relocate the sculpture and after exploring a number of sites, the grounds of the Holy Trinity Cathedral, Parnell was supported by public feedback, the artist Terry Stringer, the Advisory Panel for Public Art and the Cathedral Council.

Councillor Greg Moyle, chairperson of the Arts, Culture and Recreation Committee, says: “The fountain is an excellent fit with the architecture of the cathedral and the design of the forecourt.

“It also fulfils architect Professor Toy’s original vision for the cathedral – to have an artwork located next to it and the council’s promise to Terry Stringer to preserve and protect this important public work of art.

“It will be a great addition to the Parnell area.”

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