The Henderson County Public Library Foundation will host an unveiling and dedication ceremony of Henderson's newest Audubon Bird Sculpture at 12 noon, on Wednesday, April 26th, at the Washington Street entrance of the Library.
The latest Raymond Graf sculpture to grace the streets of Audubon's Kentucky Home will be the Great Horned Owl. This Audubon Print displays two of these large (21-25 inch) birds who are indigenous to the Henderson area and can still often be heard in the night. One of the owls in this print was actually drawn by Audubon in Henderson in 1813. The Library Board and the Library Foundation felt that this was a very appropriate "bird" for our Public Library. The owl has throughout history been the symbol of wisdom and inquisitiveness. A pair of wise old owls symbolize the Henderson County Public Library very well.
April 26, 2006, is the 221st birthday of John James Audubon. The Library Board and Library Foundation felt that this would be a great day to unveil yet another tribute to Henderson's most famous resident. The reception following the ceremony will be a birthday party for Audubon.
Pat McCormick will provide music for the festivities beginning at 11:30 a.m. The ceremony will begin at 12 noon with the singing of the national Anthem by Betty Norment followed by My Old Kentucky Home which Mrs. Norment will lead the crowd in singing. The president of the Library Board, James J. Bates, Jr., will serve as the master of ceremonies for the formalities. Following the ceremony, the reception and children's activities will be held in the Library. The public is invited and it is hoped a large crowd will attend.
For further information, please contact Donald Wathen, 270-826-3712.
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