8 Seconds to Glory - Calgary, Alberta
Posted by: Groundspeak Regular Member wildwoodke
N 51° 02.810 W 114° 04.218
11U E 705350 N 5659117
8 Seconds to Glory is a piece that truely represents the history of this city and the Stampede held every year in Calgary, Alberta.
Waymark Code: WM26VW
Location: Alberta, Canada
Date Posted: 09/14/2007
Published By:Groundspeak Regular Member Hikenutty
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This piece represents a bull rider attempting to stay on for the 8 seconds required. Much like life it's hang on your in for a crazy ride.

This is one of many sculptures along 3rd Street southwest in downtown Calgary.

This sculpture was co-sponsored by the Calgary Downtown Association, Calgary Parks and Recreation and The Stone Sculptures Guild of North America.
Title: 8 Seconds to Glory

Artist: Shane R. L. Sutherland

Media (materials) used: Stone

Location (specific park, transit center, library, etc.): 3rd Street Southwest

Date of creation or placement: Summer 2000
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