Iron Man

This statue depicts a miner gripping a pickaxe and stands near the entrance of the local arena as a symbol of mining work. It shows the physical form and equipment of a worker rendered with detailed artistic attention.

Artist Jack E. Anderson created this statue to honor the miners whose labor drove iron ore production. Their work was fundamental to Minnesota's economic development.

The statue embodies the mining tradition that shaped both the identity and daily life of residents in this area. Visitors see in the figure the hard work and pride of miners who built this community over generations.

The statue sits near the local arena and serves as a recognizable landmark for finding your way around town. It remains freely accessible year-round and welcomes visits and photographs.

The statue was intentionally crafted with realistic proportions to convey the true physical toll that mining work demanded. This artistic choice transforms it into more than a monument, making it a silent testimony to the daily demands miners faced.