Detroit Dreams (Canadian Candy)

I would like to say, thank you for the hospitality of the state of Michigan and the city of Detroit and I humbly bow to the country of Canada for such generous hospitality.  
 
In essence of that, I did not get to the Motown Museum due in part, my bestie and I was retained in Canada and then time because a factor.  
   
Detroit is such a thriving city, and the tourist attractions were phenomenal, and the beautiful mural did the city modern justice.  
 
The Spirit Of Detroit  
 
The Spirit of Detroit is a magnificent monument located at the Coleman A. Young Municipal Center on Woodward Avenue in Detroit, Michigan. This iconic bronze statue, created by Marshall Fredericks, stands as a powerful symbol of the city.  
 
Here are some fascinating details about this remarkable sculpture:  
Height and Composition: The 26-foot (7.9 meters) tall statue weighs a whopping 9 tons and is cast entirely in bronze. It rests atop a substantial 60-ton marble base, making it the largest cast bronze statue since the Renaissance.  
 
Symbolism: The Spirit of Detroit embodies several profound concepts:  
In its left hand, the seated figure holds a gilt bronze sphere, which symbolizes God.  
The people cradled in the figure’s right hand represent all human relationships.  
 
The inscription on the marble wall behind the statue, from 2 Corinthians (3:17), reads: "NOW THE LORD IS THAT SPIRIT AND WHERE THE SPIRIT OF THE LORD IS, THERE IS LIBERTY."  
 
History and Creation: Commissioned in 1955 at a cost of $58,000, the Spirit of Detroit was Fredericks’ civic contribution, as he waived the commissioning fee. Fredericks collaborated with religious groups to infuse divine elements into the design.  
 
The statue was cast in Oslo, Norway, and its warm, aged green color was achieved through acidic treatments on the bronze. During transport, it traveled across the Atlantic Ocean and through the Saint Lawrence Seaway, arriving in Detroit in 19581.  
 
This monumental artwork stands as a testament to the spirit, resilience, and interconnectedness of humanity, all embodied within the heart of Detroit.