The next time you pass Mays Island in Downtown Cedar Rapids, you’ll probably notice a brand new art installation! According to a new Facebook post from Downtown Cedar Rapids, the city has just unveiled a brand new sign that’ll be tough to miss…
Where is it?
The huge new sign is located in the Plaza Park between the 2nd & 3rd Avenue bridges, across from both the Linn County Courthouse and the Veterans Memorial Building. The space is the connection between the heart of Downtown Cedar Rapids and the growing Kingston Village area.
Why Was it Built?
Just like any piece of artwork, the sign is meant to stand out and draw both visitors and residents to the Downtown area for photo ops. The Downtown Cedar Rapids Facebook post reads:
“The sign intends to reflect the spirit of our area while providing another place to create memories. Signage plays a powerful role in shaping a city, and we are proud to add this project to your Downtown experience.”
While many Facebook users in the comments on the Downtown Cedar Rapids page thought the new sign was a cool addition to the area, there were some negative comments, too. Several of them were about wanting to use the money spent on the sign towards other things, like road construction and potholes. The Downtown Cedar Rapids Facebook page responded to the comments with this statement:…