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Big Hal overlooking his temporary home at Yellowstone Regional Airport.

Sculpture Guide: Big Hal

Big Hal

By Michael Coleman
Modeled 2002, cast 2003

Location: Yellowstone Regional Airport in east Cody

Michael Coleman’s grizzly bear sits mischievously on top of a beaver dam. The artist, an avid outdoorsman, spends hours observing wildlife.

This sculpture is currently located at Yellowstone Regional Airport on the east side of Cody, Wyoming, where it greets travelers with its whimsical character.

Big Hal overlooking his temporary home at Yellowstone Regional Airport.
Big Hal overlooking his temporary home at Yellowstone Regional Airport.
Getting close to his new pedestal at the airport.
Getting close to his temporary home!
Perched on his pedestal, Big Hal is ready to welcome travelers.
Perched on his pedestal, Big Hal is ready to welcome travelers.

Michael Coleman (b. 1946). Big Hal, modeled 2002, cast 2003. Bronze, H 84 inches. Gift of Jim and Kathy Taggart. 6.04

"Big Hal" by Michael Coleman. This sculpture is currently located at Cody's Yellowstone Regional Airport. 6.04
“Big Hal” by Michael Coleman. This sculpture is currently located at Cody’s Yellowstone Regional Airport. 6.04

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