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The Fin Project: From Swords into Plowshares Sculpture

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From hulking instruments of war to symbols of peace. Here at Magnuson Park, The Fin Project: From Swords into Plowshares stands as a testament to transformation. The Fin Project isn’t just a sculpture. It’s a story. A story of repurposing, of hope, and of the men and women who served during the Cold War. Created by artist John T. Young, this installation utilizes the diving plane fins of 22 decommissioned U.S. Navy nuclear submarines. These very fins, once designed to navigate the depths of the ocean on vessels built in the 1960s, now rise from the earth, reaching towards the sky. The Fin Project stretches over 400 feet, its fins arranged to mimic the dorsal fins of a pod of orca whales or a school of salmon. The fins, made of high-tensile steel, are incredibly durable. They were designed to withstand depth charge attacks. Now, they stand as enduring symbols of peace. Each fin bears a plaque. The plaque identifies the submarine it once belonged to, alongside the name of a Puget Sound orca whale, and the names of the donors who made this project possible. The Fin Project embodies the biblical prophecy of turning swords into plowshares. It’s a powerful reminder of the potential for change, for finding peace in unexpected places. Here in Magnuson Park, a former U.S. Navy base, The Fin Project resonates with historical significance. It’s a monument to a bygone era and a symbol of hope for the future.

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