The Statue of David (Sioux Falls, South Dakota)

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Here stands a one of two full-size bronze castings of Michelangelo's David, in Fawick Park in downtown Sioux Falls, South Dakota. The statue was given to the city and Augustana College in 1971 by Thomas Fawick, a Sioux Falls Native who made a fortune as an inventor and automobile manufacturer.

When first erected in Fawick Park, the statue was quite controversial in the city. Many felt a nude body displayed in public was not only in bad taste, but would have a bad effect on the moral values of the citizens. The statue was placed facing south-east, away from traffic, and trees were planted to screen it from the street.

Later, when the park required some work, the statue was moved and now faces north.

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