Dancer and Player at Pillsbury Park

Artist: John Colle Rogers

Commissioned by: Public Arts Commission

Installation: 2024

John Colle Rogers contributed the whimsical pair of sculptures titled "Dancer and Player." These works depict a looping relationship of inspiration, with the Dancer inspiring the Railroad Banjo Player and vice versa. The sculptures also incorporate elements of the Red River Valley’s history, including a railroad wheel and hammer for the Banjo, a Rail-worker's lamp for the head of the Dancer, and Grain Elevator bodies and Tractor Wheels for both figures. Rogers shared his pleasure in helping to activate Pillsbury Park with these playful and meaningful works, offering thanks to everyone involved, including his fellow artists.