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The Vigil

A bronze sculpture overlooking Drayton Harbor depicting a grandmother, mother, and young boy looking out to sea. The piece honors pioneer mothers, wives, and children who waited for loved ones to return from sea voyages, paying tribute to Blaine’s Icelandic heritage from the 1800s.

ArtistUnknown
Year2023
MediumBronze Sculpture
LocationH Street Plaza, Downtown Blaine
Description
A bronze sculpture overlooking Drayton Harbor depicting a grandmother, mother, and young boy looking out to sea. The piece honors the pioneer mothers, wives, and children who waited for husbands, fathers, and brothers to return from sea voyages, paying tribute to Blaines Icelandic heritage from the 1800s.
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