Irish Cross (Salt Lake City) Explained

Irish Cross is a sculpture by an unknown artist, installed in Salt Lake City, Utah, United States.

Description

The steel^[1] sculpture of a Celtic cross represents Ireland in Jordan Park's International Peace Gardens.^[2] It measures approximately 12 ft. x 5 ft. x 8 in., and rests on a concrete base which is approximately 10 in. tall and has a 24-inch diameter.^[3]

History

The sculpture was dedicated on September 30, 1989, and is meant to symbolize eternity, everlasting power, and glory. It is modeled after ancient crosses in Ireland, which stood to honor individuals of historical importance.^[4] The artwork was surveyed by the Smithsonian Institution's "Save Outdoor Sculpture!" program in 1994.

Notes and References

1. Web site: National Register of Historic Places nomination for the International Peace Gardens. March 26, 2014. slcdocs.com. May 7, 2021. May 7, 2021. https://web.archive.org/web/20210507143210/http://www.slcdocs.com/Planning/HLC/2014/peace.pdf. live.
2. Web site: Irish Cross . Utah Cultural Alliance . May 7, 2021 . May 7, 2021 . https://web.archive.org/web/20210507143208/https://www.nowplayingutah.com/public-art/irish-cross/ . live .
3. Web site: (Irish Cross), (sculpture). . . May 7, 2021 . April 28, 2021 . https://web.archive.org/web/20210428171157/https://siris-artinventories.si.edu/ipac20/ipac.jsp?&profile=ariall&source=~!siartinventories&uri=full=3100001~!318025~!0#focus . live .
4. Web site: International Peace Gardens . www.slc.gov . Salt Lake City Public Lands Department . 22 Oct 2024 . live . https://web.archive.org/web/20240915224024/https://www.slc.gov/parks/parks-division/international-peace-gardens/ . 2024-09-15.