James Fletcher Fountain

A fountain commemorating James Fletcher, Dominion Entomologist and Botanist, stands in the Experimental Farm south of National Capital Commission Scenic Driveway and east of Maple Drive.

1852 - 1908
JAMES FLETCHER FRSC
A PIONEER CANADIAN NATURALIST

A TRIBUTE OF AFFECTION FROM
THE OTTAWA FIELD NATURALISTS CLUB
AND HIS MANY FRIENDS

I pressed the button. The fountain no longer has its plumbing installed. The two marks on either side fill holes where chains with cups had been bolted to the structure. A nearby, less decorative fountain provides water for thirsty visitors.

1852 - 1908
JAMES FLETCHER FRSC
A PIONEER CANADIAN NATURALIST
A TRIBUTE OF AFFECTION FROM
THE OTTAWA FIELD NATURALISTS CLUB
AND HIS MANY FRIENDS

1852 - 1908
JAMES FLETCHER MSRC
UN DES PREMIERS NATURALISTES CANADIENS
OFFERT EN GAGE D'AFFECTION
PAR SES NOMBREUX AMIS
ET PAR L'OTTAWA FIELD NATURALISTS CLUB.