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Local artist commissioned by Indiana State Museum

The 92 County Tree has been a holiday tradition at the Indiana State Museum since 2008.

This year sees 36 new ornaments from Hoosier artists and artisans. Local artist Erica Coffing was commissioned to create an ornament representing Fulton County.
The Fulton County ornament is represented by a quilt-like design, with pieces of the county sewn together. Five shapes each contain an element of the county: our Lake Manitou monster in the center, cornfields, the lion sculptures guarding the courthouse, a round barn and the blue heron, which frequents our lakes, rivers and streams. The ornament is constructed of two pieces of birchwood which have been stained and then painted with oils.
Coffing works in oil, charcoal, and pastel. She is known for her colorful and dramatic artworks which include diverse portraits, landscapes, and figurative works.
The 92 County Tree is located at the Washington Street entrance of the Indiana State Museum and provides a digital kiosk for visitors to see each ornament closer and learn more about each artist.
Find out more by visiting the Indiana State Museum or at their website:
indianamuseum.org/blog-post/36-new-ornaments-complete-refresh-of-92-county-tree/ .

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