#Tortoise and Hare by Nancy Schön

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Tortoise and Hare at Copley Square Nancy Schön May 1995 She created this is a permanent tribute to the runners from all over the world that have participated in the Boston Marathon. How fitting as I close my chapter on Boston. This was my last stop before heading to the airport. The other pics are from Copley Square as well. Not sure yet as to why the Boston Marathon recognition is here, but worth the research. The mural was an extra added gem. Not sure who sponsored it. There are more pics to come. What a weekend! . . #tortoiseandthehare #bostonmarathon #instacool #instawow #community #discoverboston #sculptureart #thingstodoboston #creativeart #publicart #celebrateart #wilworksboston #seenonmywalk (at Copley Square) https://www.instagram.com/p/BzEwauLHSXx/?igshid=18krc2f9xe6hw

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Animal Statues in Boston: A Guide!

1. Make Way for Ducklings

If you’ve ever read the classic picture book Make Way for Ducklings by Robert McCloskey, you’ll want to visit the Boston Public Garden to see the family of bronze ducks that brings the story to life. This work was created by Nancy Schön in 1987 to celebrate the 150th anniversary of Boston Public Garden. The artist breathed life into the ducks; the mother duck leading eight little ducklings on their way to find their new home in Boston. People put seasonal decorations on the ducks so you never know what they will look like next time you pass by. It might seem to appeal to children, but it is definitely worth visiting any time during the year, no matter what age you are!

2. Frogs of Tadpole Playground

The Frog Pond was first opened in 1894 and it has been a favorite place for kids to learn skating and do other fun activities ever since. You might have seen these strange frog statues at the Boston Common Frog Pond and wondered what they are doing. These bronze statues were created in 2003 by local Boston artist David Phillips, and soon became popular among all age groups. People love these frogs doing human things. You should definitely go and meet them!

3. The Tortoise and the Hare

In Back Bay, there is another work by Nancy Schön. This time, the artist brought the Tortoise and the Hare story to life. However, this time, Nancy was aiming to pay tribute to Boston Marathon participants and remind the public that “slow and steady wins the race.”

Get exploring and check out these critters (and other statues around Boston) today!

(Mira Ma, QSB ‘18)