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Jeff Koons’ “Coloring Book #4" sculpture cost $8 million and is part of the artist’s “Celebration” series. | Photo by @docosacramento
Sacaramento has become a hub of extraordinary gifts, far beyond stocking stuffers. While there’s nothing quite like receiving something made in the City of Trees, we’re highlighting three city gifts — from sculptures to tree groves — to celebrate the season.
“Coloring Book #4” | Jeff Koon’s first permanently displayed sculpture was unveiled at the main entrance of the Golden 1 Center in 2016. The 18-ft-tall mirrored work — aka Piglet — was made in part possible thanks to Kings Chairman Vivek Ranadive, who commissioned the piece and bolstered the Art in Public Spaces project with a $4 million contribution.
Civil War Memorial Grove | In 1897, saplings donated from Civil War battlefields — including a honey locust taken from Gettysburg — were planted to create the first monument at Capitol Park. While few of the original living artifacts remain, there are three still standing: a tulip tree, a Turkey oak, and an American elm.
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