158 – Sonar Tide

May 4th, 2007

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Sonar Tide, designed by architect Ronald Bladen (1918-1988) who is considered a “father of minimalism” [New York Magazine]

A joint venture between the Junior League of Peoria and the Civic Center Authority, “sonar tide” was commissioned in 1983.

It is 51 foot 9 in long, 26 ft high, 4 ft wide and weighs 14 ton.

It also holds the distinction of being voted 2005’s #1 biggest Peoria eyesore by readers of the River City Times.

154 – Tricentennial Playground, Glen Oak Park

April 15th, 2007

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Mahkno: Playground, Glen Oak Park.

Tricentennial Playground
Located in Glen Oak Park
Opened in 1991
Funded and built by the Junior League of Peoria
Managed by the Peoria Park District
Place where I spent many a weekend afternoon chasing my children through the mazes.

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