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Pinecone
An eight-foot-long pine cone, constructed from 140 recycled steel shovels, is tucked away among the pine trees of a Portland park.
Portland, Maine, is a quirky city known for its lobster, beer, and sprawling art scene. Eagle-eyed dwellers may notice murals, art installations and sculptures can be found scattered about, including a curious, oversized metal pine cone in the middle of the popular Deering Oaks Park.
This sculpture depicting the Maine state flower was crafted from repurposed steel shovels by Maine artist Patrick Plourde, and was donated to the public art permanent collection in tribute to Alice Spencer, founder of TEMPOArt—a local entity that supports temporary and permanent art installations throughout the city.
Pinecone serves to recognize Alice’s contributions in establishing Portland as a city rich in public art.
Know Before You Go
The sculpture is strategically positioned near the base of towering pine trees, across the street from King Middle School.
Free parking is available surrounding the park, as well as paid meters.
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