COLDWATER, MI (WTVB) -On Wednesday, the city of Coldwater, marked its 19th year as a “Tree City USA” with a dedication ceremony for a unique tree sculpture titled “Branching Out”. Installed at Four Corners Park, the 16-foot-tall metal artwork was unveiled to honor the creativity and craftsmanship of local high school students from the Branch Area Career Center’s welding program.
The sculpture, a collaborative effort by junior and senior welding students from Bronson, Quincy, Coldwater, and Pansophia Academy, was celebrated as part of the city’s Arbor Day commemoration. The project showcased the students’ skills and symbolized growth and community unity, themes resonant with the spirit of Arbor Day.
Crews from the Coldwater Board of Public Utilities installed the sculpture on April 25, setting the stage for Thursday’s formal dedication.
The event drew community members, school officials, and local leaders to Four Corners Park, where the students were recognized for their contributions. The “Branching Out’ sculpture, now a permanent fixture in the park, stands as a testament to the talent of young welders and Coldwater’s commitment to environmental stewardship and education.
This dedication not only highlights the artistic potential of vocational training but also reinforces Coldwater’s pride in its youth and its ongoing legacy as a Tree City USA
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