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Valentine, Celebration, and Thomas Jefferson sculptures

Valentine by George Lundeen  (left)
This bronze sculpture, located in front of the Old Courthouse, reflects the enduring love shared by two people. The artist completed a sculpture of this couple early in their life together and revisited them years later for this piece. 

Celebration by Gary Price (center)
Dedicated to Mayor Emerita Elizabeth Wilson as a thank-you for her years as a community leader and more years serving as the city's first African-American commissioner, and then mayor, this work is a popular spot for photos and, in the warm months, for cooling off. Its upper pedestal includes a misting fountain.

Thomas Jefferson by George Lundeen (right)
This sculpture of Thomas Jefferson, third president of the United States and author of the Declaration of Independence, sits in front of the Old Courthouse and is dedicated to the memory of U.S. Senator Paul D. Coverdell (1939-2000). Senator Coverdell devoted his life and career to the principles of liberty set forth by Thomas Jefferson. 

Commodore Stephen Decatur

Commodore Stephen Decatur 1779-1820 
The City of Decatur was named in honor of Commodore Decatur, an early 19th century U.S. naval hero. This bust of the commodore was presented to the City by the Decatur Lions Club. It can be seen on the Roy A. Blount Plaza (also known as the MARTA Plaza) near the Old Courthouse.