You guys have to check out this gorgeous new sculpture that recently went up in Chamberlin, South Dakota. The 50 foot tall sculpture depicts a young Native woman receiving a star quilt.
“Dignity represents the courage, perseverance and wisdom of the Lakota and Dakota culture in South Dakota. My hope is that the sculpture might serve as a symbol of respect and promise for the future. For months, we have been working with an engineering firm and native advisors to be certain the work is structurally sound and culturally appropriate. Last summer we began production of the full-scale sculpture starting with the support structure and the star quilt.” – LamphereStudio.com
Watch this video with sculptor Dale Lamphere as he talks about the process of creating Dignity
Yet another thing to add to my bucketlist! I have to see this in person someday!
You can find Dignity at the Lewis and Clark Interpretive Center / Chamberlain rest area on Interstate 90 between Exits 263 and 265.
