Galapagos Tortoise - Fort Worth, TX
Posted by: Groundspeak Regular Member WalksfarTX
N 32° 44.700 W 097° 22.156
14S E 652782 N 3624194
Large metal tortoise next to the Omni Theater.
Waymark Code: WMYAJ5
Location: Texas, United States
Date Posted: 05/20/2018
Published By:Groundspeak Premium Member Outspoken1
Views: 7
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The shiny shell is approx. 5 ft dia. The tortoise has his neck extended and he is looking up. It is sturdy enough for kids going to the movies to climb on.
Name or use 'Unknown' if not known: Galapagos Tortoise

Figure Type: Animal

Artist Name or use 'Unknown' if not known: Jon Bedford

Date created or placed or use 'Unknown' if not known: 1983

Materials used: Welded steel and chrome bumpers

Location: Omni Theater
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