The Tortoise and the Hare, Bronze sculpture in Copley Square, Boston, US
The bronze sculpture features two characters from Aesop's fable, with the tortoise and hare positioned near the Boston Marathon finish line.
Nancy Schön created this permanent installation in 1994 as a tribute to the determined participants of the Boston Marathon throughout its history.
The sculpture represents the famous moral lesson about steady persistence winning over swift overconfidence, connecting literature with athletic achievement.
Visitors can find this wheelchair-accessible public artwork at the intersection of Boylston and Dartmouth Streets in Copley Square.
The bronze figures maintain a constant presence at the marathon finish line, witnessing thousands of runners complete their 26.2-mile journey each year.
Location: Boston
Accessibility: Dostępne dla wózków inwalidzkich
Website: http://schon.com/public/tortoise-hare.php
GPS coordinates: 42.35022,-71.07581
Latest update: March 10, 2025 06:28
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