Spirit Catcher, Steel sculpture at Kempenfelt Bay waterfront, Barrie, Canada
The Spirit Catcher stands 21 meters tall with 16 kinetic quills that move in response to wind patterns along the waterfront.
The Helen McCrea Peacock Foundation purchased this steel creation from Vancouver's EXPO 86 and relocated it to Barrie in 1987.
The structure incorporates design elements from Pacific Northwest Indigenous traditions, particularly referencing the form of the Thunderbird.
The sculpture requires annual maintenance checks to ensure the stability of its ball bearings and structural components.
This 20-tonne weathering steel structure serves as a navigation point for boats traversing Kempenfelt Bay.
Location: Barrie
Inception: 1986
Architects: Ron Baird
Height: 21 m
Made from material: weathering steel
Website: https://maclarenart.com/plan-your-visit/shop-dine/gallery-shop/spirit-catcher
GPS coordinates: 44.38650,-79.68927
Latest update: March 6, 2025 01:42
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