Kingsport Cultural Arts unveils the Carousel Horse Brigade
Kingsport Cultural Arts is thrilled to unveil the Carousel Horse Brigade – a special community art project to celebrate the 10th birthday of the Kingsport Carousel.
The Carousel Horse Brigade, which debuted during last Saturday’s Kingsport Arts Festival, consists of six painted fiberglass carousel horses sponsored by local businesses and organizations. The project was similar to the 10 fiberglass goats painted and decorated during the 2023 GOAT Festival.
These colorful and unique equine creations will be on display along Broad Street, at the Kingsport Carousel and be used during this summer’s birthday celebration.
Details of the Carousel Horse Brigade:
- Kelpie – Artist: Michelle Hamilton (Gallery Petite); Sponsor: Engage Kingsport
- Prosperity – Artist: Chris Hobbs; Sponsor: Northeast State Community College
- Booyah – Artist: Jessica Odum; Sponsor: Southern Dwellings
- Buc – Artist: Jason Flack; Sponsor: East Tennessee State University
- Kitty-Up – Artist: Madr Paints Murals; Sponsor: Boops and Beans Cat Café
- Spirit – Artist: Mercedes Brown of Mercy Berry Art: Sponsor: Leadership Kingsport
“The fiberglass goats were a huge success and are still a popular form of public art throughout the city. People still comment to me about seeing the goats on display,” said Special Events and Cultural Arts Manager Kristie Leonard. “This year, we’ve gone bigger with carousel horses and believe the community will be excited to see the results.”
Sponsorship funds will be used for future carousel projects to maintain and improve this beloved community space.
For more information about the Kingsport Carousel, please visit www.artskingsport.org.
