Sculpture Show
NEW OUTDOOR SCULPTURES ON DISPLAY THROUGH 2027
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Artist: Susana Hendrix
Name of Work: MOD TV Family Triptych
Description: Part of Susana’s Architectural Reliquary series, this sculptural triptych is inspired by retro television sets and the idea of family gathering around the TV. Made from dalle de verre glass and steel, the three abstract, robotic forms reference nostalgia and the layering of time, blending medieval techniques with modern technology.
Location: 825 Main Street
Artist: Jacob Burmood
Name of Work: Depth of Form
Description: A fluid, abstract sculpture inspired by the movement of the human body, Depth of Form is crafted from cold-cast aluminum on a steel base. Its elegant curves and dynamic composition invite viewers to contemplate form, motion, and balance.
Location: Intersection of Mobile Street & Buschman Street.
Artist: Craig Gray
Name of Work: Novel Idea
Description: A functional granite sculpture carved to resemble a stack of books, Novel Idea doubles as a public bench. Community members selected book titles and authors to be engraved in the piece, celebrating local literature and storytelling.
Location: 329 Hardy Street
Artist: Nick Willett
Name of Work: Spiranthes
Description: A 10-foot tall abstract sculpture inspired by the artist’s favorite orchid, Spiranthes blends organic forms with industrial materials. The towering structure is fabricated from steel and designed for outdoor display.
Location: 220 W. Front Street
Artist: Nathan Pierce
Name of Work: Homespun
Description: A large-scale, interactive sculpture made from weathered steel, Homespun explores the concept of communication. Viewers can sit beneath the spinning satellite element, encouraging reflection on connection and information.
Location: 100 Main Street
Artist: John E. Bannon
Name of Work: Boolean Still Life
Description: A geometric steel sculpture depicting a sphere intersecting a cube, supported by a vertical stem, Boolean Still Life symbolizes the relationship between mathematics and nature, drawing inspiration from digital forms and organic elements.
Location: 310 Mobile Street
Artist: Earl Dismuke
Name of Work: Toro, Uncle Bull
Description: An abstract welded steel sculpture inspired by Picasso’s bull imagery and the artist’s rural Mississippi upbringing, Toro, Uncle Bull pays homage to the powerful presence of Brahma bulls and personal childhood memories.
Location: 415 E. 4th Street
Artist: Nathan Pierce
Name of Work: Everything
Description: A steel and wood sculpture that explores the idea of unity and surprise in public spaces, Everything invites viewers to reimagine their environment through its abstract, architectural form.
Location: 401 Mobile Street
Artist: Chris Plaisted
Name of Work: Harbinger
Description: A monumental steel sculpture inspired by religious artifacts, Harbinger references symbols of history and prophecy. Its abstract cross-like form encourages visitors to reflect on the past and the future.
Location: 301 Mamie Street
Artist: Cecelia Moseley
Name of Work: Bound in Line
Description: Crafted from steel, Bound in Line is an abstract representation of the fluid connections within cursive handwriting. Twisting and overlapping metal forms reflect the rhythm and individuality of script.
Location: 305 Mobile Street
Artist: David Fortenberry
Name of Work: Balance
Description: Constructed from steel and granite, Balance is a monumental sculpture exploring themes of harmony in personal well-being, relationships, and political discourse. The piece emphasizes the importance of equilibrium in all areas of life.
Location: 707 W Pine Street
Sculpture Show Media Release
The Hattiesburg Public Art Scene features 100+ murals, sculptures, and painted utility boxes. Connecting Hattiesburg’s neighborhoods, main thoroughfares, and the points of interest that make it special. Discover the newest editions to the HBURG Public Art Trail with our Sculpture Edition.
