Ruth Migdal’s Here, at the entrance to Marquette Park, IN
Photo by Akilia McCain
Marquette Park, IN
The lakeshore in the Miller Beach neighborhood of Gary, Indiana, including Marquette Park, has a long history of recreation, even before it officially became a park. By January 2009, the City identified a need for the rejuvenation of Marquette Park and laid out a plan for access to and circulation within the park, preserve and strengthen the park’s natural features, provide new recreational and educational amenities, and restore the park’s signature historic facilities. Collectively, these improvements will help re-establish the park as one of Northwest Indiana’s premier lakefront destinations and enhance the quality of life and park experience for Gary and Northwest Indiana residents.
Marquette Park: Bruce Niemi’s Tall Ship II, Steel, 17' x 9' x 7', (Photo courtesy of Akilia McCain)
Marquette Park: Ruth Migdal, “Here” Painted steel 24' x 8' x 8'
Photo courtesy of Akilia McCain
From left: CSI members Mike Grucza, Bruce Niemi, Ruth Migdal, and Terry Karpowicz
Photo courtesy of Carol Smith
Bruce Niemi’s Tall Ship II
Photo courtesy of Jen Okamura
Bruce Niemi’s Tall Ship II
Photo courtesy of Akilia McCain