The City of Greater Geelong, Victoria, has officially welcomed its latest public attraction known as the Reflection Seat.
The sculpture has been created by Geelong artist Jacinta Leitch, on behalf of the council, as a site of quiet reflection for everyone including those who spent their young lives in children’s homes and orphanages throughout the area, according to Councillor Tony Ansett.
Members of the Australian Network of Care Leavers were among attendees at the sculpture's official launch in July.
Cr Ansett said the limestone couch had been hand carved by Leitch, and the stone was believed to be over 20 million years of age.
The carvings included a foot stool, the Reflection Seat and a book carved out to accompany the sculpture.
According to Cr Ansett, the book which holds the plaque was also seen as a symbolic way to reflect the life stories of the many thousands of children who were placed in orphanages throughout Geelong. He said it recognised all children who went through institutionalised care, as well as acknowledging their journeys.
The sculpture was well received by Leonie Sheedy, Cofounder and CEO of Care Leavers Australia Network.
She said it represented an important place for Care Leavers in particular to visit with their families.
Described as a significant public art piece for Geelong, the Reflection Seat is located in Limeburners Point’s Hearne Parade.
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