The public art project in front of the Duval County Courthouse will comprise two sculptures entitled “These Truths.”
Cultural Council of Greater Jacksonville officials, a member of the artist selection panel and a local poet who will contribute to the project unveiled the design, by artist Cliff Garten of Cliff Garten Design Studio in Venice, California, at a June 1 news conference in front of the Downtown structure.
Artist Cliff Garten of Cliff Garten Design Studio in Venice, California
The art will comprise two stainless steel ribbons emblazoned with the words “justice,” “equality,” “equity” and “freedom.”
The sculpture will depict writings from the foundational texts of American democracy with additional contributions by local authors and poets. It will be illuminated at night.