CANCELLED: Mayor Eric Genrich, Green Bay Public Arts Commission To Unveil New Sculpture

From the City of Green Bay:

February 2, 2021

CANCELLED DUE TO WEATHER! The unveiling of Green Bay’s newest sculpture will be postponed.

Please join Mayor Eric Genrich, Public Arts Coordinator Laura Schley, and local artist David Windey to unveil Green Bay’s newest sculpture.

DATE: Thursday, February 4th, 2021TIME: 1:00 PMPLACE: Green-space located on the corner of Webster Avenue and Harvey Street behind the Green Bay Metro Station and the Green Bay City Fire Station 2.

The piece titled “A Convenient Inconvenience”, was funded using Community Development Block Grant dollars from the Redevelopment Authority of the City of Green Bay. The 12 foot tall stainless steel sculpture depicts several stages of a dandelion’s development and is the newest addition to the green-space which houses several other pieces of public art.

About David WindeyLocal artist David Windey has had experience working in metal fabrication and installation for over 30 years. Evolving from a family-owned custom metal shop, Windey currently works at his studio located at 1940 Hwy PP, De Pere, WI 54115. To learn more and see some of Windey’s past work visit his website: www.windeymetalart.com/about/

About Green Bay Public Arts CommissionThe Green Bay Public Arts Commission is made up of community representatives, arts professionals, and city staff. The group exists to fund artistic activities and support cultural programs that integrate and advance arts and culture as an essential part of life in Green Bay. They focus on the creation and preservation of public art in Green Bay, and ensuring equal access for all to enjoy and interact with public art.

For further information contact Public Arts Coordinator, Laura Schley at 920-448-3142 / email laura.schley@greenbaywi.gov.

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