The pineapple fountain in Waterfront Park is a favorite spot for many. Appropriately, the pineapple is a symbol of welcome and hospitability. Traditionally that was expressed two ways –1) the fruit would be used as a centerpiece at the dining table for parties (sharing of friendship), and 2) a fresh pineapple would be places on a gate post or speared on a fence to indicate someone had returned home or were receiving guests.
A local's eye view
