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Inspired by the [[Birmingham YMCA]]'s "[[Y Guy]]", the gray plush figure was introduced to the [[Birmingham City Council]] on [[January 15]], [[2008]]. The new mascot will promote park activities and Birmingham tourism, as well as assist with the park's educational outreach activities. Programs incorporating him are under development. | Inspired by the [[Birmingham YMCA]]'s "[[Y Guy]]", the gray plush figure was introduced to the [[Birmingham City Council]] on [[January 15]], [[2008]]. The new mascot will promote park activities and Birmingham tourism, as well as assist with the park's educational outreach activities. Programs incorporating him are under development. | ||
A contest was held to name the statue. Birmingham resident Jamie Adcock was named the winner for his suggestion of "V... The Statue" in March [[2008]]. | A contest was held to name the statue. Birmingham resident Jamie Adcock was named the winner for his suggestion of "V... The Statue" in March [[2008]]. The phrasing was derived from popular car decals supporting President George W. Bush. | ||
==References== | ==References== | ||
Revision as of 15:31, 7 July 2012
The V... The Statue is the official costumed mascot for the Vulcan Park and Museum.
Inspired by the Birmingham YMCA's "Y Guy", the gray plush figure was introduced to the Birmingham City Council on January 15, 2008. The new mascot will promote park activities and Birmingham tourism, as well as assist with the park's educational outreach activities. Programs incorporating him are under development.
A contest was held to name the statue. Birmingham resident Jamie Adcock was named the winner for his suggestion of "V... The Statue" in March 2008. The phrasing was derived from popular car decals supporting President George W. Bush.
References
- Coman, Victoria L. (January 16, 2008) "New Vulcan mascot to be an ambassador." Birmingham News
- Coman, Victoria L. (March 5, 2008) "Vulcan's mascot has a name." Birmingham News
External links
- Vulcan Park & Museum website