Art project seeks to liven up St. Helens sidewalks and public spaces

A collection of colorful wooden dog cutouts currently on display in the St. Helens Courthouse Plaza is part of a community art project put on by the St. Helens Economic Development Corp.

More than 15 dog cutouts were fabricated by SHEDCO members through a grant from the Columbia County Cultural Coalition and then decorated by local artists and business owners for a sponsorship fee.

SHEDCO members plan to leave the dogs in the plaza for a short period before they are moved to various locations in town for the remainder of the summer.

"The project encourages people to walk and use public space as well as realize local talents and connect with local businesses," a laminated description sheet about the project reads.

Visit the St. Helens Courthouse Plaza to see the dogs and learn more about the project.