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Organizers propose Thomas Dambo troll for Capen Hill Nature Sanctuary; fundraising and community build planned
Summary
Volunteers and Capen Hill Nature Sanctuary leaders presented a preliminary plan to bring artist Thomas Dambo's large outdoor troll sculptures to Capen Hill, discussed fundraising under the sanctuary's nonprofit account, and said the project is in early stages with a target window of 2027'28.
Diane Dougherty, a former recreation commissioner, and Barbara Fredericks, director of Capen Hill Nature Sanctuary, told the Select Board on March 24 they are pursuing a proposal to site one or two large outdoor sculptures by Danish artist Thomas Dambo on Capen Hill's 86-acre sanctuary.
Dougherty described the project as a community-driven attraction that could bring visitors and revenue to Charlton and involve volunteers in the assembly process. Organizers said…
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