to see the Vandalia Art Park 2015

1st Vandalia “Art Parked” Sculpture Exhibit 2015-16
The Public Art in Vandalia (PAIV) Committee and several community partners are excited to present
“Art Parked” 2015-16
a free outdoor sculpture exhibit on display through April, 2016 at Vandalia Art Park, 256 E. East Alkaline
Springs Road. PAIV worked with Midwest Sculpture Initiative (MSI) to provide the seven sculptures for this
year-long innovative exhibit. The leased pieces join “At Play in Geologic Time” by Matthew Weir, a permanent
limestone piece created during Vandalia’s “Chiseled” 2010 Sculpture Symposium ---as well as the park’s
entryway Mosaic Totem crafted by community members in early 2015.
Special events and programming will take place highlighting the Vandalia Art Park installations throughout
the year. Stay informed by “liking” Vandalia Arts Community on Facebook or checking in at
www.vandaliaperfectfit.com.
To partner in future art projects, call Candice Farst, (937) 898-5891.
Do you see a sculpture you would like to own? The seven MSI pieces are for sale and a portion of each sale will
go toward funding of future exhibits. Contact MSI for more information, 517-486-4591.
MSI's mission is to provide outdoor sculpture exhibitions throughout the Midwest, promote cooperation among art and civic organizations, advance the role that the visual arts play in the quality of life and increase economic development . Further details are available from Ken Thompson, MSI, 517-486-4591 or at www.msisculpture.com.
Title: Steel Series #5
Artist: Michael Barker
Bay City, MI
Steel
7’ x 4’ x 1’6” - 400#
Price: $4,500
S;onsored by: PAIV
“The measure of a
culture is its
integration of
Title: The 4 Winds
Artist: Mike Sohikian
Genoa, OH
Steel and Concrete
16’ x 2’
Price: $10,000
Sponsored by: PAIV
the arts into
Title: Hobie’s Dilemma
Artist: Douglas Guizenga
Interlochen, MI
Welded Aluminum
8’ x 8’ x 4’ - 300#
Price: $9,000
Sponsored by: PAIV
Minster Bank
Title: Daddy Long Legs
Artist: Dave Vande Vuuse
Manistee, MI
Painted Steel
7’ x 8’ x 7’
Price: $8,500
Sponsored by: PAIV
Title: Big Blue X
Artist: Brian Ferriby
Farmington Hills, MI
Painted Steel
10’ x 12.5’ x 6’ - 200#
Price: $10,000
Sponsored by: PAIV
everyday life”
– Anonymous
1st Vandalia “Art Parked” Sponsors
Public Art in Vandalia Program
Title: Gustometer
Artist: Beau Bilenki
South Bend, IN
Cement and w/Steel
and Broken Mirror
12’ x 4’ x 4’ - 900#
Price: $15,000
Sponsred by: PAIV
Vandalia Cultural Arts Program
Minster Bank
Ken’s Pharmacy
2015 Vandalia Art Park Partners
The City of Vandalia
Vandalia-Butler Foundation
Vandalia Blacktop & Sealcoating
Title: Day In The
Park
Artist: Ric Leichliter
Sugar Grove, MI
Painted Steel
118” x 40” x 42”
Price: $9,000
Sponsored by: VCAP
Vandalia Art Park 2015-16
The new Vandalia Art Park will serve as an 8-acre walkable art
exhibit and adds to the many amenities within the City of
Vandalia. This park is joined to the Vandalia-Butler Historical
“At Play in Geologic
Time” by Matthew Weir Society grounds by the new Vandalia Rotary Bridge. This regional
was produced during
destination is free to the public and combines art and history.
Vandalia “Chiseled”
Other activities and art initiatives will complement the park and
Stone Sculpture
Symposium in 2010.
add to the appreciation of the sculptures on display.
The Vandalia Rotary Bridge,
added in 2014, joins the art
park with the VB Historical
Society grounds and enhances
the area as a culture and
history destination.
Vandalia Mosaic Totem Project—2015
The Mosaic Totem community art project was
sponsored by the Public Art in Vandalia
(PAIV) Program. Twenty volunteers met
weekly to design, assemble, affix and grout
these individual works of mosaic art. Each
unique cylinder has been stacked together
to form the two totem poles that welcome visitors to Vandalia Art Park. The totems represent the rich community
involvement and diversity envisioned for the park.
Vandalia Cultural Art 2015 Changeable Art Exhibit “AWalk Through Time”
“A Walk Through Time,” a collection of 12 historic photographs depicting early Vandalia, is sponsored by the
Vandalia Cultural Arts Program.
The display is supported by the VandaliaButler Historical Society and celebrates the
partnership between the two uniquely
distinct properties—A regional destination
combining art, history and recreation. This
photography exhibit will change on an
annual basis to encourage community
involvement.
A Mandala, designed by local artist Chad Wells, was distributed to area young people for their artistic coloring.
Finished pieces will be affixed to the backs of the historical photographs for a long as conditions allow.
Cotterman’s Market – I.G.A. Stores, family business located east of the Northeast corner of the
National Road and Dixie Drive crossroads. Later remodeled as Cotterman’s Market with
Groceries & Meats and Fruits & Vegetables. The Cotterman name is associated with
much of Vandalia’s history.
The Vandalia State Bank located west of the Northwest corner of the National Road and Dixie
Drive crossroads. Bank organized Nov. 5, 1912 – pictured Teller Robert E. Jackson on left
and Teller H.E. Wilson on right. Circa 1934
In 1923, a group of Dayton businessmen lured the Amateur Trapshooting Association (ATA) to
Vandalia and less than a year later, a fine two-story ATA headquarters was erected at
601 W. National Rd. on 62 acres with a line of 16 shooting traps, all facing north. Last
event held in 2005. Circa early 1920s
Mr. Ferdinand Hoottinger (right) talks with a spring water customer in his Spring House retail
store at 336 E. Alkaline Springs Road. Mr. Hoottinger (born 1853, died May 1, 1936) and
his wife, Elizabeth Puslat, purchased the 19-acre farm in 1889. He sold the spring water
for .05 cents per gallon. Circa 1928
Thought to be a view of canal boat activity from the east side of the Miami Erie Canal facing
west at the south end of Tadmor (flooded in 1913 and now part of the Taylorsville Dam
area.) Circa early 1900s
Aerial taken flying Northeast showing a large turnout (over 1,200 automobiles) for the Grand
Opening of the Al Johnson Flying Field (Dayton Airport.) Famous Good Year Airship is on
the ground to the left of the main runway. Circa 1929
Northwest corner of National Road and Dixie Drive crossroads with Ed Shroyer in front of store
with “Groceries & Meats” sign above. Gasoline pump on sidewalk below sign is the first
gasoline pump in Vandalia. Circa 1930
Miss Mary Hoottinger (Jan. 30, 1904 - Nov. 22, 1997) helping bottle Alkaline Springs water for
customers at the Hoottinger farm Spring House. Mary sold water on weekends for 10
cents per gallon for many years. Circa early 1980s
Cassel Road (near Sunderland Falls and Cassel Hills Golf Club House) facing North. Man by back
wheel of threshing machine is Buffalo Bodine and young boy on horse is Raliegh Booher.
Team belonged to Johnny Booher. Circa 1907
Tadmor, Ohio RFD Route No. 1 US Mail carriage with the first Tadmor postman, Hammer Hoffman. On his first day of work he delivered 13 post cards and 25 magazines. Circa early
1850s
Wells & Seabrook General-Blacksmiths shop was one of the five most public places along with
the Davis Brothers Store, Rankin & Sons Store, Eagle Hotel, and Charles Briggs Marble
Shop. Village ordinances were posted at these locations. Circa 1880s
Northeast corner of National Road & Dixie Drive crossroads looking northeast. Methard & Sons
Department Store showing changing period with traction lines in forefront on old Route
25 (Dixie Drive), wooden gasoline tank to the left, early model motorcycle in center, and
hitching rail for horses to the right. Store burned to ground in 1914. Circa early 1900s