In 2008, the current executive director of the Old Town Commercial Association, Jamie Shriner-Hooper, worked together with Harry Hepler from H, Inc. to get this “oak” tree placed in Old Town.
Since the previous oak tree in this location had died and needed to be removed, this metal sculpture by Robert M. Welton was a fun alternative – one that fit well in the slightly eclectic vibe of Old Town (and one you didn’t have to water!).