Administered by City of Lawrence Public Works 6th & Massachusetts Streets Lawrence Kansas 66044
Located City Hall 6th & Massachusetts Streets Lawrence Kansas 66044
Date:
Commissioned 1980. Dedicated July 30, 1982
Notes:
Save Outdoor Sculpture, Kansas survey, 1993.
Image on file.
Lawrence Journal World (Lawrence, KS), Sept. 16 1982, pg. 1.
Lin Emery (On foundation:) The Flame; July 30, 1982; Lin Emery; From the people of Lawrence signed
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Summary:
Abstract kinetic sculpture representing flames to symbolize the rebirth, optimism, and vibrance of Lawrence following the Quantrill Raid of 1863 which burned the city. Sculpture has four moveable parts which are wind driven.
