“A burst of color, a whimsical moo-d, right here in Philadelphia!” the Hippie Cow Sculpture practically shouts. This isn’t your average bovine. The Hippie Cow is part of the CowParade, a global public art phenomenon. It has graced over 100 cities, from Tokyo to Buenos Aires. CowParade began in Zurich in 1998. The concept was inspired by a similar project featuring painted lion statues. Chicago businessman Peter Hanig brought the cow concept to the United States in 1999. The Chicago event, “Cows on Parade,” was a massive success. This sparked a global stampede of CowParades. The Hippie Cow here in Philadelphia joins a herd of over 7,000 uniquely decorated cows created worldwide. Local artists decorate these fiberglass cows. They often incorporate local culture and city life into their designs. The CowParade raises money for charity. After the exhibit, each cow is auctioned off. The proceeds go to a designated charitable organization. CowParade has raised over $40 million worldwide for various charities. The most expensive CowParade cow, “Pennybull” from Austin, sold for a whopping $150,000! Imagine the stories this Hippie Cow could tell. It’s a testament to the power of art to bring joy, community, and positive change. The Hippie Cow Sculpture: a whimsical reminder that even something as ordinary as a cow can become extraordinary art.
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