Children's Institue, Squirrel Hill, Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania
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N 40° 26.550 W 079° 55.188
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In a children's medical and therapy center in Pittsburgh, Pennslvania
Waymark Code: WM4G1V
Location: Pennsylvania, United States
Date Posted: 08/19/2008
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As part of a joint event by the city of Pittsburgh with the Carnegie Museum of Natural History, "Dinomite Days" celebrated 100 dinosaur statues made of fiberglass and located in different locations in the city. Eventually, they were sold at auction, with proceeds going to predesignated charities.
About the Design
With a giant watering can at the ready, this dinosaur blooms and grows. Artist Terri Draghi worked with kids from The Children’s Institute to design and paint the Tyrannosaurus rex. The children dubbed him "Wilson.' We know him as "Amazing Hands" because of the swath of handprints forming flowering plants and vines along his back. Patients and students from The Children’s Institute eagerly contributed their personal touch to help create the garden theme.
Downtown workers enjoyed how this dinosaur brightened their days during his stint at Penn and Seventh Avenues.
About the Sponsor
Alco Parking Corporation is the largest operator of parking facilities in the Pittsburgh area. Grant Oliver Corporation, an Alco affiliate, manages and operates Pittsburgh International Airport parking.
Sponsored by: Alco Parking Corporation
Charity: The Children's Institute
Location:
1405 Shady Avenue
Pittsburgh, PA usa
15217
Web Address or URL: [Web Link]
Type of Dinosaur: Tyrannosaurus rex
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Visit Instructions:
Have someone take your picture with your GPS in front of the Dinosaur.
If your by yourself try to get yourself if you can. If not take a picture of your GPS and the Dinosaur.