When Karen Petersen's donated sculpture was installed in front of Chandler's renovated faade on July 15, she encouraged the community to offer suggestions for titles. Over the course of her 10-week exhibit in the Gallery, more than 50 names were suggested. Ultimately Petersen (seen here) and the Chandler staff chose "The Gift," a suggestion made by three people.
"This feels just right. The name honors Karen's extraordinary gift to Chandler and in a broader sense celebrates the gifts that Chandler and the arts bring to the region," said Executive Director Becky McMeekin. "Chandler is the product of giftsÑgifts shared by visual and performance artists, gifts of generous donors, and the fits of volunteer time." (Herald / Bob Eddy)