The "Spoons" sculpture is located on the grounds of the Carolina Theatre. It is one of seven coffee cup sculptures in downtown Greensboro. If you follow the link to the walking tour, the above sculpture is #5. They were commissioned by the United Arts Council and donated to the city. They represent the Civil Rights Movement and the efforts that led to all people being able to sit at the same lunch counter to be served a cup of coffee. The above plaque reads, "It is in the American tradition to stand up for one's rights- even if the new way to stand up for one's rights is to sit down." John Fitzgerald Kennedy. The artist was Leo Morrissey. Yes, those words are food for thought. If you get a chance, visit these statues this weekend.
If you are downtown, tomorrow, Just Be turns 10 and starting at noon, they will block off their section of McGee Street and hold a birthday party. You are invited! If you make it to the party, you will be within easy walking distance of these sculptures.
Much more thoughtful than one might expect out of such a sculpture! I like the concept.
Posted by: William Kendall | Friday, May 15, 2015 at 11:54 AM