Tortoise and Hare

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Nancy Schön’s bronze sculpture in Back Bay honors the Boston Marathon with a whimsical take on the classic fable.

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Positioned at Boylston and Clarendon streets near the Boston Marathon finish line, the installation measures 3 feet high and 15 feet long. Sponsored by the Friends of Copley Square and installed in May 1995, it serves as a popular photo spot for visitors, runners, and art enthusiasts.


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