Checkmate was dedicated on a beautiful December day.

Bob Lowry, representing the Public Art Committee, was the master of ceremonies.

Karen Oxman represented the Golden City Council and thanked the Civic Foundation and the Rotary Club for the financial support that enabled Golden to acquire this piece.

The sculptor, Herb Mignery, discussed the meaning and structure of the piece.

Herb described the process of using an older, seasoned horse to train a young horse.

East face of the sculpture.

Detail taken from the West side.

Rotary President Bob Short, scuptor Herb Mignery, and Golden Civic Foundation Vice President Dave Powers.  It was Bob who originally spotted the piece in a hotel in Houston and arranged for Golden to acquire it.  The Rotary Club and Golden Civic Foundation both provided financial support for the acquisition.

Here's how checkmate looked in its original location.

Dedication Plaque