The other press conference of the morning was dedicated to public art.
The shark fin entitled “Freedom of Movement” was rescued from destruction by Kendal Henry, Director of Cultural and Economic Development, as he describes in the video above.
The public has been invited to help with the site selection of the sculpture by indicating their preference for a permanent site in a comment book at the Newburgh Public Library. A 54″ long maquette of the fin will also be available for viewing at the library.
Jim Johnson, the artist, was not present for the press conference.
Kendal Henry also mentioned the Per Cent For Art Program, which will have its first call for artists “within the next week or two” in connection with the Courthouse project at Broadway School.
Full coverage below of the press conference, with remarks by Mayor Valentine, City Manager McGrane, Kendal Henry, chairman of the arts commission Stuart Sachs and chair of the acquisitions committee Karen Conway.
Sunday night was also the start of Shark Week on the Discovery Channel…
Kendal Henry should approach LandShark Lager to host a party/gala to raise money for the Cultural and Economic Development.
That sharkfin could be a great marketing tool if they decide to use it that way.
-PE