Funny Eyes on City Art

Saturday, 28 December, 202483 words2 minutes
In Bend, Oregon, people are putting funny eyes on statues. These big, round eyes are called googly eyes. The city doesn't like this. They say it costs money to take the eyes off. Some people think it's funny. Others say the city should worry about bigger problems. The city wants people to enjoy the art but not stick things on it.
The city has spent $1,500 to remove the eyes from seven statues. They want to protect the art and keep it clean.
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Funny Eyes on City Art

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  • statue
  • remove
  • protect

Quiz

  1. 1. Why doesn't the city like the googly eyes on statues?