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There’s nothing quite like a treasure hunt, especially if you can find where the treasure is hidden. That’s why Brad Oldham, in conjunction with the Texas Rangers, created 25 limited-edition sculptures, and hid them throughout the Dallas Fort-Worth metroplex for fans to find.
Titled Baseball Forever, these lost-wax cast bronze baseball sculptures feature a smaller version of Oldham’s The Traveling Man tucked inside of a bronze baseball, aptly named Where Champions Live. This bronze sculpture honors the Texas Rangers’ recent World Series victory, which features The Traveling Man proudly standing on home plate, wearing a Rangers cap and a baseball in his heart.
Created by Oldham and artist Christy Coltrin, Baseball Forever is a lasting testament to the deep connection between the Texas Rangers, Texas artists, the sport of baseball, and the Lone Star State.
“We all have those moments in life that shape who we are, and for me, sports have always been a big part of that journey,” Oldham says. “To have the opportunity to celebrate 25 years of creating public art and to collaborate with the Texas Rangers, a team who just reached the pinnacle of success as World Series champions, feels like my two worlds coming together in the most meaningful way. I hope Baseball Forever resonates with fans as a symbol of the unity and passion that both art and sports inspire."
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The sculptures themselves have been hidden in various locations across the DFW area, just waiting to be found. There are even some markers and a map to reference for any would-be treasure hunters. Once discovered, the sculpture belongs to the fan, who in turn is invited to share the location of their discovery by clicking here. Here’s one hint for all you Indiana Jones’ out there, Dr. Emily Messer, president of Texas Wesleyan University, hid one of these sculptures on the TWU campus this morning.
“Baseball Forever stands as a symbol of the shared passion for community, creativity, and the spirit of baseball that unites people across Texas,” said Coltrin, who besides being an artist is also the CEO of Brad Oldham Sculpture. “This collaboration celebrates not only our respective milestones but also the enduring connections between art, sports, and the community. We hope these 25 sculptures bring joy and a sense of discovery to those who are lucky enough to find one."
Travis Dillon, senior vice president of the Texas Rangers says he is proud to support Texas-based artists like Coltrin and Oldham, because their work reflects the spirit of culture in Texas.
“Collaborating with Brad Oldham Sculpture on Baseball Forever allows us to celebrate our history while providing our fans with a unique and memorable way to engage with the team,” he said.
