A Place to Gather

WHAT WE’VE BEEN UP TO

The Fountains of Musica Foundation raised private funds to launch the project’s development. These funds and our relations with the IRS are being managed by the Vaden Group.

From among several proposals, the board unanimously selected the internationally celebrated fountain design company, WET. A compelling component of their proposal was that we create a gathering space—improving and expanding the open public space—and build three fountains.

The Foundation worked in concert with the mayor’s office and multiple Metro departments to design, engineer and complete construction documents. Including, geotechnical soil testing; tree inventory; structural engineering; mechanical, electrical, plumbing design; collaborative trouble-shooting; value engineering and complete construction drawings, all will be integrated into the roundabout’s new design.

We secured a written agreement with Metro Water for ongoing operation and maintenance.

We continue to work closely with NDOT as they prepare to reconfigure the Music Row Roundabout, known as Buddy Killen Circle, with safety as their primary consideration. Walk/Bike Nashville and the Vision Zero committee are contributing to the final design of the Roundabout as part of the Demonbreun Corridor.

Nashvillians’ priority of “connectivity” is central to our work with Greenways and Metro’s CHIME program, as we refine and expand the Buddy Killen Circle public space. The Athena Bikeways Project is a new opportunity to further our connectivity, linking the Fountains of Musica as an inviting destination on this exciting Midtown to Centennial Park route. Greenways to Ft. Negley may be another opportunity.