Heritage of Edina
The conglomeration of metal shapes on the north lawn of the Edina Library on Grandview Avenue is more than a decorative copper sculpture—it’s the history of Edina. The long textured bars that twist vertically are paths through this area made by its first inhabitants; these Native American trails are now Valley View Road and Vernon Avenue. Minnehaha Creek and Nine Mile Creek are also featured. The three round plates arranged together in the back are a shamrock, symbolizing Edina’s early Irish residents. Thistle, an emblem of Scotland, represents the town’s Scottish immigrants. Read more about Heritage of Edina
