On Monday, May 6 at 6:30pm the Macon Rotary Club will dedicate a Peace Pole outside the West Gate of the Atrium Health Ampitheater.

Peace Poles have been erected throughout the world and usually convey the message “May Peace Prevail on Earth” in four or more languages. “The Atrium Health Ampitheather will welcome visitors from all over the country, and all over the world, to our community. The Macon Rotary Club is honored to be able to gift this symbol of peace that beautifully represents Macon-Bibb County culture and commitment to the arts,” said Macon Rotary Club President Stephanie Folsom.

The Peace Pole project was led by Rotarian Julie Wilkerson, of Macon Arts Alliance, and was built and installed by Macon Rotary Club member and owner of Georgia Artisan, Andrew Eck. The Pole is about eight feet tall, with each side about nine inches wide, and includes the languages of English, Japanese, Muscogee and Braille. Four artists have been commissioned to complete the project, with each one completing a side.  

Artists include the following:

• Oklahoma based Muskogee artist Hotvlkuce Harjo - Muskogee side
• Macon graphic design and mural artist Erin Hawkins - Japanese side
• Macon muralist Kevin Lewis - English side
• Macon mosaic and tile artist Rudy Mendes - Braille side

A plaque at the bottom of the Peace Pole will include the following:

Dedicated May 6, 2024
Rotary Club of Macon

Of the things we think, say or do:
Is it the truth?
Is it fair to all concerned? 
Will it build goodwill and better friendships?
Will it be beneficial to all concerned?