Rochester’s Sister Cities Bridge gets a new floral sculpture above the Genesee River
Evelyn graduated from Bard College with a degree in Art History. She has spent the past three years covering local art events and cultural happenings for Rochester City Newspaper, bringing a unique perspective to the city’s vibrant arts scene.
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ROCHESTER, N.Y. — A new piece of public art is taking shape in downtown Rochester. News10NBC got a sneak peek at a 25-foot tall, 10-foot-wide sculpture called In Full Bloom being installed at the center of the Sister Cities Bridge. The floral sculpture honors Rochester s history as both the Flour City s water wheel and the Flower City s five-petaled lilac, and features illuminated flowers that now stand above the Genesee River as a symbol of the city s legacy. “Today, we celebrate the installation of an amazing work of art as well as a lasting tribute to the spirit, history, and pride of our city,” said Mayor Malik Evans. “This remarkable sculpture, rising above the Genesee River, stands as a bold and enduring symbol of Rochester’s identity, commemorating the ingenuity that built our city, the horticultural legacy that shaped it, and the talented people who continue to make it thrive. As the final moment of this yearlong celebration, this installation