Renaissance Park: Chattanooga's North Shore

February 24, 2012

To continue the art theme, here are some images I took on the North Shore from Renaissance Park.  This statue has always been so unique to me. I've always liked it. 

The piece has 7 bronze figures representing the Trail of Tears and the African contraband camp that was close to the site of Renaissance Park. It has a plaque that states, "Weary travelers move across the land upon manmade structures that rise above our reach but in our view.  Many peoples have traversed this site going west; some by choice, some by force, and other in fear.  The crossing holds the spirits of silent travelers." - Aaron P. Hussey.  The sculpture was created by Aaron Hussey and Brad Bourgoyne of Baton Rouge, LA.

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To see more images like this, go to the "Chattanooga Area" section of the fine art prints gallery!

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