Most Chicagoans are fiercely proud of their state as a thriving hub of the arts as evidenced by the countless curious installations down the boardwalks and boulevards. Yet, the city seems to have returned the favor through an iconic arts installation in Millennium Park that has been in the running for over 10 years. At ground level, the space is a slate black oblong of granite set into the paved park square covered by a skein of water and gurgling spouts. Mirthful laughter often resounds as children skip across the stones on their bare feet, cupping the water in their tiny palms as they splash about in innocent delight. What sets this water feature apart are the two 50 foot towers on either end of the pool set 232ft apart. Individual LED panels pieced together project images of almond eyes and freckled cheeks, heads of blond, red and brunette, indecisive smiles and open mouthed glee. These faces chronicle 1,000 randomly selected Chicagoans of every age, ethnicity and origin as a heartwarming tribute to the melting pot that is Chicago. The installation was the brainchild of internationally acclaimed Spanish Artist Jaume Plensa who wanted to leave Chicago with a piece of its heart laid bare for everyone to see. Juxtaposed against the rippling reflections of clear skies and towering citadels of brick and glass, tourists can marvel through this curious window the true architects and masons behind Chicago.