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County accepts donated mixed‑media artwork by Prairie View A&M professor for courthouse
Summary
Dr. Clarence Talley donated a mixed‑media piece titled "Waller County, a fascinating county" for public display in the courthouse; the commissioners unanimously accepted the gift and read a resolution recognizing the artist.
Dr. Clarence Talley, a professor and artist at Prairie View A&M, presented a mixed‑media artwork he said celebrates Waller County and offered it to the county for public display in the courthouse.
Judge Trey Duhan and other commissioners praised the piece's local ties and accepted the donation. The court passed a resolution recognizing Talley and directed staff to arrange display of the artwork in the courthouse. Talley described the work as contemporary, made of beads that denote county features and said he was "highly appreciative of the opportunity to do so." The acceptance was adopted by voice vote.
County officials said the artwork complements other courthouse displays and that staff will coordinate placement and any conservation considerations.
