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The Black Sun
Profiles

The Black Sun

The Black Sun, sculpted by Japanese artist Isamu Noguchi, was placed in the park in 1969.

Water Tower
Profiles

Water Tower

Climb the interior stairways, which spiral up opposite sides of the standpipe, to reach the observation deck at the top of the structure. John Charles Olmsted located the standpipe along the concourse because it is the highest point in the park, affording the best views of the surrounding landscape.