About the Blue Heron Project

The Official Symbol of Chesapeake

On September 7, 2006, the Blue Heron was unveiled at Greenbrier Mall.

The City Council unanimously adopted The Blue Heron as the official symbol of Chesapeake on
September 26, 2006.

Soon, there will be flocks of them taking roost all over Chesapeake. One of the first sightings will take place the fall of 2006 at the City Hall building.  This Blue Heron will have a reserved look with its manufacture in cold-cast bronze.

Each one stands six-feet high.  They will be placed in a variety of locations affording many opportunities for publicity and enjoyment.  Sponsors and artists will be recognized on a plate to be affixed near the installation of each sculpture, as well as, in other publications that will promote this community-wide event.

Sponsors will be given a portfolio of artist renderings from which they can choose or they can commission their own artist to create their design. However, all designs must first be approved by The Blue Heron Project committee. Selection of the commissioned artist and the resulting work is the sole responsibility of the sponsor.