Downtown Sheridan got a Halloween makeover this week as its Main Street sculptures donned costumes.

The Sheridan Public Arts Committee and SAGE Community Arts put on the town’s first-ever sculpture costume contest to raise funds and excitement for public art. Local businesses volunteered to adorn sculptures in Halloween costumes and passers-by could cast as many $1 votes for their favorites as they wanted.

“The Great Escape” by D. Micheal Thomas dressed up as Headless Horseman by First Federal Bank. (Dan Kenah/WyoFile)

Jill Benson, executive director of both organizations, told WyoFile that the event raised $189 for the sculpture acquisition fund. But the real treasure was the fun of watching kids in full costume for Saturday’s Monster Mash running up to the sculptures. “The community was engaging in a new way,” Benson said. “They thought art was fun in a new way, which was really cool!”

“Gotcha” by Merry Karraker dressed up as Batman and Robin by Once Upon A Story bridal boutique. (Dan Kenah/WyoFile)

Local businesses were excited to participate, and even more so when they heard the prize: free snow removal all winter! Once Upon a Story bridal boutique claimed the inaugural victory with their unique portrayal of “Batman and Robin.” 

Daniel Kenah is WyoFile’s development director. A graduate of Boston College, he was first drawn to Wyoming to work as a ranch hand near Saratoga, and quickly fell in love with mountains, sage and rolling...

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  2. Thanks Daniel and Wyofile, for covering this event. The Sheridan Public Arts Committee and SAGE hoped to generate a fun, interactive vibe to our collection.
    I believe we succeeded. Participants had strict guidelines that prevented any damage to these community treasures. Our goal is for outdoor sculpture to be seen for what it is–an integral part of the everyday enjoyment of this fabulous downtown of ours.

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