The sculptures are placed to create an engagement with the community and prompt discussions about the artwork. 

 ValleyCAST is the arts and culture branch of Open Sky Community Services, a non-profit that provides support to people with mental health challenges, developmental disabilities, substance use disorders and other struggles in daily living. 

The sculptors are all members of the New England Sculptors Association.

Visitors will be able to vote for their favorite sculpture, with the winner claiming the “People’s Choice Award.”

According to Christi Collari, Director of Community Outreach for Open Sky, the goal and the mission of the exhibit is to create a space where the public and the community can come in and mingle with the people served by Open Sky that are also part of the community.