Megasculptures at Peet Jr. High

Sep 13, 2017

Mr Bill Close will discuss the technology involved in the building of 23 Megasculptures by 9 th graders at Peet Jr. High School in Cedar Falls over a 23 year period. The Megasculptures that Mr. Close and his students created became a phenomenon in Cedar Falls from 1979 to 2002.

Against The Grain

Clarion Inn

5826 University Ave.

Cedar Falls 50613

Bill Close

Bill designed and supervised ninth grade art students in the construction and installation of larger than life sculptures such as a gigantic computer, 24 foot tall Olympic torch, a 22 foot tall Godzilla and a 115 foot long by 15 foot tall Carnival Cruise ship. He taught at Peet Jr. High for 33 years before retiring. He recently published a book featuring the stories and photographs behind these Megasculptures. 

Beef Short Ribs.  Dessert included.