The 2000 Arctic Winter Games' Torch - Whitehorse, YT
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This sculpture, now located in front of the Whitehorse Chamber of Commerce, served as the torch for the 2000 Arctic Winter Games.
Waymark Code: WMCRT1
Location: Yukon Territory, Canada
Date Posted: 10/08/2011
Views: 5
Excerpted from the bronze plaque located by the sculpture.
The 2000 Arctic Winter Games' Torch
The stylized design combines the three rings of the Arctic Winter Games Logo - symbolizing athletic competition, cultural exhibition and social interchange - with the image of the ula, a traditional northern cutting tool. The ula, of course, is also the unique shape of the games award medals, first lit at the opening ceremonies, the sculpture was a torch of light the week of the Games, offering strength and warmth to all participants.
The sculpture has been given to the city of Whitehorse as a legacy to the Arctic Winter Games.
Title: The 2000 Arctic Winter Games' Torch
Artist: Bela Simo
Media (materials) used: Bronze
Location (specific park, transit center, library, etc.): In front of the Chamber of Commerce Building
Date of creation or placement: March 2000
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