Ribbon Cutting for “Firmly Planted, Forward Moving” Project

Ribbon Cutting for “Firmly Planted, Forward Moving” Project Ribbon-cutting set for 10-foot tall “Firmly Planted, Forward Moving” metal leaf totem installation The Little River Arts Council has selected Deedee Morrison’s “Firmly Planted, Forward Moving.” sculpture for a public art project to be installed at the historic Moon Lake Village campus. The project invites people to reflect upon Mentone’s rich heritage of cultural, historical, and natural resources — including how, as a community, we can honor our past and celebrate our collective future. The 10-foot-tall white oak leaf aluminum totem pays tribute to the old white oak tree in front of the historic schoolhouse, which has occupied the site just off Alabama Highway 117 since 1928. The tree inspired the Moon Lake Elementary School motto, “Firmly Planted, Forward Moving.” The public is encouraged to attend.