"The Waterfalls appear in the midst of the dense social, environmental, and political tissue that makes up the heart of New York City. They will give people the possibility to reconsider their relationships to the spectacular surroundings, and I hope to evoke experiences that are both individual and enhance a sense of collectivity." Olafur Eliasson
Eliasson's New York City Waterfalls open today at 7am. The four man-made electrically-powered waterfalls are each 90 - 120 feet tall. Here's where you can find them
Pier 35, just north of the Manhattan Bridge
at the foot of the Brooklyn Bridge
between Piers 4 and 5 near the Brooklyn Heights Promenade
on the north shore of Governors Island
They will operate from 7:00 AM to 10:00 PM, and will be lit after sunset. They will be on display through October.
Interesting interview with Eliasson about the project
Official Site includes artists statement
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