Lenoir Sculpture Fair 2007

Had no idea of what to expect at the Lenoir Sculpture Fair. Knew it was their 23rd year and that the sculpture chosen as best in show will be exhibited permanently on the sidewalks of downtown Lenoir. Turned out to be quite a show with more than 200 pieces on exhibit, and according to the newspaper, some 40,000 visitors came by to see them over the 4-day show. Artists came from across the United States and some from overseas.

Visitors came from all over. My vote for the best in show was the park itself, Broyhill Park, a 20 acre beauty with walking trails and playgrounds, and about 3 blocks from downtown. Today it was crammed with art and happy viewers. Music was supplied by a high school orchestra which played an amazing repertoire of Beethoven, Mozart, Hyden, and other classical composers. They were good.