There's a new piece of public art in my town, Prescott Valley, Arizona, which pays tribute to the past.
Rising more than 18 feet near the town library, it is known as the Jenkins Obelisk.
Created by the local bronze sculptor Ed Reilly, it came about because of a half-million dollar gift to the city from the estate of Ray and Jeanne Jenkins.
Bronze panels on the sides of the obelisk depict the Yavapai Apache who first lived in the area; gold miners who discovered riches here; and the ranchers who settled the land and who work here still.
It's a fine addition to the artworks which surround the community buildings.
Impressive. Thanks for sharing the story.
ReplyDeleteThat's a lovely piece of art.
ReplyDeleteGood history but great art. Beats the hell of all those army generals on horseback here in the East
ReplyDeleteVery well done.
ReplyDeleteThat is beautiful and meaningful.
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ReplyDeleteVery, very nice.
ReplyDeleteI like it! As I recall, there are quite a few nice art pieces in this area.
ReplyDeleteThanks for getting out of your car! I just drive by, always in a hurry, always on the clock. However, I did notice it as I was careening by on 2 wheels!
ReplyDeleteI like it, but it looks a bit like something from "Star Trek."
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