The newly refurbished Murray Fountain in Crieff is to be unveiled at a special event on Thursday August 15th.
Provost Xander McDade will be joined by local community organisations that helped fundraise for the project as the new fountain lights are officially switched on.
The improvement project has seen the James Square landmark's masonry repaired and repointed, as well as electrical works to provide new lighting. The whole structure has also been cleaned, and the plumbing has been restored should it be possible in the future to reconnect the fountain to the water supply.
Constructed by William Mossman and installed in 1894, it has long been an aspiration of the Crieff Community to see the Category B listed fountain restored to its former glory.
The £120,000 project which has been several years in the planning, was a partnership between Crieff community organisations and Perth and Kinross Council. The Crieff Community Trust, Crieff at Christmas, Crieff Museum, Crieff in Leaf and the Council's Community Greenspace and Property Services have all worked with the Council to take the scheme forward.
Supported by the Council, Crieff Community Trust submitted successful funding applications to Perth and Kinross Heritage Trust, the Scotland Loves Local fund, Community Environmental Challenge Fund, SGN, and Historic Environment Scotland, which raised £60,000 towards the total cost of the work.
The money came from funding that was ring-fenced for restoration work on historic monuments.
People are invited to attend the unveiling event at 6pm on August 15th.
Immediately following the event the Comrie Pipe Band will be playing in the Square to promote the Crieff Highland Gathering which takes place on August 18th.
Ailsa Campbell, Chair of Crieff Community Trust said: "The refurbishment of the Murray Fountain is something that we have been looking to achieve for many years, and we're delighted that this important work has now been completed. The project will ensure that the fountain will be an asset to Crieff for many decades to come. It is looking fantastic, and we can't wait to see what it looks like when it is lit up at night."
Provost McDade added: "The Murray Fountain has stood proud for in the centre of Crieff for 130 years. The local community should be very proud of its dedication to take this project forward to a successful conclusion. Their hard work will make sure the Murray Fountain remains an iconic local landmark for years to come."
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