Running Together - Blacksburg, Virginia
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N 37° 13.110 W 080° 25.599
17S E 550868 N 4119265
Located at the entrance of the Virginia-Maryland College of Veterinary Medicine.
Waymark Code: WM1748C
Location: Virginia, United States
Date Posted: 12/07/2022
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This life-sized bronze sculpture of a Veterinarian with a horse and dog portrays the positive bond the Virginia Tech Veterinarian staff has with their patients. Based on concepts by Terry Lawrence, Gwen Reardon created this sculpture for the schools 25th anniversary. It resides at the main entrance to the Veterinarian facilities for all entrants to see and enjoy its beauty.
"This statue will stand in permanent tribute to the human-animal bond, to our college and all it has achieved, and the profession in general," said Dr. Gerhardt Schurig
Plaque Text:
"Running Together"
Made possible by the generosity of Mrs. Jane Talbot
In memory and honor of Richard Burrit Talbot, Founding dead of The Virginia-Maryland Regional College of Veterinary Medicine.
Dedicated on the 25th anniversary of the college, September 9, 2005
Designer: Terry Lawrence
Sculptor: Gwen Readon
Breed: Labrador Retriver
Date Built: 2005
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