Abrazo (The Hug) - Holland, Michigan USA
Posted by: Groundspeak Premium Member theHostas
N 42° 43.636 W 086° 05.978
16T E 573710 N 4730921
Sculpture in the Outdoor Discovery Center
Waymark Code: WM18FA2
Location: Michigan, United States
Date Posted: 07/23/2023
Published By:Groundspeak Premium Member Outspoken1
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The figurative sculpture is located near a walking trail in the Outdoor Discovery Center. The figure kneels and hugs the earth with elongated arms. There is a bench nearby to sit and study the sculpture.

“…It’s exaggerated arms remind us all that we must never take nature for granted…”
Taken from the sculpture’s plaque (see photo)

About the sculptor:
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Outdoor Discovery Center
4214 56th Street
Holland MI 49423
Name or use 'Unknown' if not known: Abrazo (The Hug)

Figure Type: Human

Artist Name or use 'Unknown' if not known: Emil Alzamora

Date created or placed or use 'Unknown' if not known: 2016

Materials used: Bronze

Location: Outdoor Discovery Center
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