What is recorded here
This blue commemorative plaque records: Donald Fountain. This fine fountain (designed by Robert Cameron in 1887) was a gift from Provost Donald of Dunfermline. A 'Provost' is a local civic leader in Scotland (akin to a mayor).
Donald Fountain and Robert Cameron are remembered for their contribution to public amenity in Dunfermline; Donald Fountain financed the fountain, while Robert Cameron designed it in 1887, reflecting civic pride and municipal patronage of the arts.
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