2026 Art on Parade Voting
The Northglenn Arts & Humanities Foundation is pleased to present the 2026 Northglenn Arts’ Art on Parade Sculptures!
We thank the committed volunteers from the Adams County Cultural Council who distribute Scientific and Cultural Facilities District funds and the Northglenn City Council for their support of public art through the continued funding of this program. Thank you to city staff and local citizens who help plan, select, photograph, and care for the sculptures each year, including those who vote for the “People’s Choice” each fall. The Art on Parade program is the result of your dedication, vision, and hard work.
Sculptures are on display at E.B. Rains Jr. Memorial Park (11701 Community Center Drive) located across the street from the new Northglenn City Hall building. They will be on view at the park until May 2027.
Vote for your favorite sculpture until November 13, 2026. The sculpture with the most votes will be permanently installed in Northglenn. All of the sculptures are available for sale by the artists – contact Michael Stricker at 303.450.8727 for more information.
2026 Sculptures
Heart’s Desire
Annette Coleman, Lakewood CO
Medium: Steel
Dimensions: 97″ x 25″ x 18″
Cost: $12,500
“Heart’s Desire” is a wind-activated kinetic sculpture symbolizing love and hope in motion. Inspired by Anne Frank’s belief in human goodness, it reflects her moments gazing skyward while in hiding, finding strength and possibility. The piece honors resilience, capturing fleeting beauty, perseverance, and the enduring dream of freedom.”
Guardian or Thief
Fred Lunger, Parker CO
Medium: Bronze
Dimensions: 41″ x 23″ x 12″
Cost: $9,500
“This sculpture reflects the agricultural heritage of Colorado, capturing imagery familiar across its landscapes. Inspired by tools, wildlife, and daily life on the land, it honors the resilience of farming communities and the connection between people and place, offering a tribute to the state’s enduring rural traditions and spirit.”
Family Tree
Deveren Farley, Orem UT
Medium: Metal
Dimensions: 57″ x 22″ x 22″
Cost: $26,000
“Family Tree” is a reflection of the artist’s deep love for his family. Through the tender image of a mother bird watching over her nest, he captures a sense of protection, warmth, and connection. The piece carries a gentle whimsy that draws in viewers of all ages, while celebrating how each unique individual adds to the beauty and strength of a family and the community around it.”
Can I Come With?
Gary Alsum, Loveland CO
Medium: Bronze
Dimensions: 33″ x 18″ x 25″
Cost: $6,500
“This Labrador Retriever was originally part of a commission honoring Jeffery Fontana, a fallen San Jose, CA, police officer. While the reason for creating the memorial is sad, it was an honor to be selected to create a lasting memorial, including Jeffery’s faithful companion.”
Lucky Encounters
Charlotte & Ben Zink, Berthoud CO
Medium: Steel & Aluminum
Dimensions: 99″ x 26″ x 3″
Cost: $10,000
“Dragonflies” symbolize good luck, positive change, and new beginnings, often representing transformation, joy, and prosperity across many cultures, with sightings seen as blessings or good fortune. They signify the ability to overcome limitations, embrace life’s changes, and live in the moment.”
Iron Horse
Janene DiRico-Cable, Grand Junction CO
Medium: Corten Steel
Dimensions: 55″ x 52″ x .25″
Cost: $9,000
“Iron Horse” was inspired by the historic railroads crossing Colorado and is included in the ”Put Your Face in the Space and Smile” series of public art.”
Serengeti
Lawrence Starck, Loveland CO
Medium: Bronze
Dimensions: 42″ x 16″ x 24″
Cost: $18,000
“This magnificent bronze sculpture combines both realism and graphic style with its clean lines and striking patina. Every image that the artist creates demonstrates the demand for the highest degree of excellence and quality in his work.”