Coral Springs invites residents to help choose final names for animals in new park sculpture at Pride Promoters Park
Coral Springs, Florida – As Pride Promoters Park prepares for its reopening in April, city officials are inviting residents to help name the animals featured in a new art installation at the park. The sculpture, titled Wild Connections, will showcase five native Florida animals seated together on a bronze bench, each with a unique personality and playful accessory.
The animals include a turtle holding a camera, a rabbit playing a flute, a panther and an alligator each enjoying ice cream cones, and a hawk reading a book. These whimsical touches are designed to engage visitors and reflect the vibrant spirit of Coral Springs’ community spaces.
The city’s public art committee has already narrowed the list of possible names for each animal to three finalists. Now, residents have the opportunity to vote for their preferred names through a city-hosted poll. “We want the public to be a part of bringing this sculpture to life, and naming the animals is a fun and meaningful way for the community to engage with public art,” city officials said.
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Funding for the sculpture comes from the city’s public art fund, which is supported by fees collected from new developments and major renovations. Importantly, the sculpture is financed separately from the park’s renovation budget, ensuring that the artwork does not impact the overall project costs.
The reopening of Pride Promoters Park was originally scheduled for February, but city leaders postponed the event to April to allow additional time to complete improvements to the park’s basketball courts. Despite the delay, the city remains committed to providing a fully renovated space for residents, complete with new art, updated amenities, and recreational opportunities for families and visitors.
The Wild Connections sculpture aims to combine public art with interactive elements, encouraging children and adults alike to explore creativity and storytelling. City officials hope that allowing residents to participate in naming the animals will strengthen community connections and make the installation feel personal to the people of Coral Springs.
The poll is now live, and residents are encouraged to submit their votes for the names that best capture the personality and charm of each animal. Once finalized, the bronze sculpture will be installed in a prominent location within the park, serving as a centerpiece for both art enthusiasts and families enjoying the revitalized space.
With the park’s reopening just weeks away, the city is emphasizing that public involvement in projects like these helps foster civic pride while promoting the arts. By giving the community a voice in naming the animals, Coral Springs is demonstrating its commitment to interactive, engaging, and inclusive public spaces.
