Fountains of D.C.

A mobile replica of the Temperance Fountain located in Penn Quarter is touring D.C. as a tool of protest. KUNSTrePUBLIK’s work is inspired by the relationships of two significant periods in DC’s history – the 19th century Temperance Movement and the 20th century Straight Edge punk rock music scene. Both periods share similar values of social reform, activism and counter culture. The fountain was hijacked and modified by various groups willing to express their values and agendas of change in the 21st century. The mobile fountain is equipped with an integrated sound system and can be taken to specific sites around the district relating to their ideas and used for inspirational public gatherings, musical events, and community dialogues.