Decatur Convention and Visitors Bureau Brings New Public Art Attraction to Macon County Residents
The Convention and Visitors Bureau, Community Foundation of Macon County, Decatur Park District, and Decatur's Buildings Trades Unions partnered to bring the new attraction to Macon County.
Macon County - The Decatur Area Convention and Visitors Bureau, Community Foundation of Macon County, Decatur Park District and Decatur’s Building Trades Unions revealed a new public art attraction to promote tourism and community in Decatur. The attraction is located in Nelson Park along Decatur’s Lakefront near the Devon Lakeshore Amphitheater.
The Convention and Visitors Bureau is committed to positioning Decatur-Forsyth as a tourist destination in Illinois. Public art and other community attractions are known for enriching communities, sparking creativity, and instilling positivity. The addition of this attraction will give Decatur residents a sense of local pride, while adding to the revitalization of Decatur’s Lakefront.
Teri Hammel, Executive Director of the Convention and Visitors Bureau, stated “Decatur-Forsyth offers a wonderful cultural tourism experience.” “This attraction is our gift to the community, and we hope our community members and those who come to visit feel a sense of belonging while spending time at Decatur’s Lakefront.”
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