At 8:30AM this morning, the Cotati Arts Project unveiled their fist of many sculptures planned throughout the downtown area of Cotati. The weather was brisk, but the sun was shining, making for a chilly but upbeat morning.
The first sculpture was placed at Cotati's busiest intersection, at Old Redwood Highway and East Cotati Avenue. Athena stands about 6 feet high and faces La Plaza Park, diagonally across the street. Motorists honked their horns as they watched the unveiling, something they do here whenever they see a crowd assembled.
Based on Greek Mythology, Athena is the Goddess of many things, two being Civilization and Crafts. These are the qualities that were emphasized during the ceremony this morning. While listening to her dedication, I couldn't help but think of the Parthenon built in her honor on the Acropolis of Athens, her namesake city.
I give a big hand to the Cotati Arts Project, and to the Cotati Historical Society for sponsoring the first sculpture of its kind. This is a great addition to downtown Cotati and I'm looking forward to many more to come.
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