2 Sculptures to Explore in Madison County
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Madison County, Illinois is located just to the northeast of St. Louis in the southern part of the state. The county has a population of over 270,000 people, making it the fourth most populous county in Illinois. Madison County is home to numerous streams, lakes and parks that provide visitors with a wide range of outdoor recreational activities. It also contains many interesting historical sites as well as numerous museums and educational facilities dedicated to preserving and displaying the un
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Sculptures to Explore in Madison County
The Piasa Bird is a legendary dragon-like creature found in stories of the Illiniwek people who lived near modern Madison County. The creature was said to originally inhabit the area near the Mississippi River. According to folklore, it would swoop and attack both man and beast with great ferocity. Later, two Native Americans painted a large image of the Piasa Bird on one of these cliffs with vibrant colors and symbols to commemorate their victory over its evil nature.
The Robert Wadlow Statue is a tribute to the late Robert Pershing Wadlow, who was celebrated as the tallest man in history. Standing 8ft 11inches tall and weighing 491 lbs., he often attracted crowds of people wherever he went. The statue depicts him standing in a suit holding a violin with one hand, as his long stature is featured on a 12-foot pedestal that brings him to a total height of 20 feet. Dedicated by the Alton Regional Convention and Visitor’s Bureau on June 16th, 1985.