Name/Title
125 YearsEntry/Object ID
2003.0006.0001Description
Jenny Holzer is an American conceptual artist known for her large-scale public displays. She has created many works examining gender in society and is perhaps most recognized for her LED signs and public installations.
The text-based sculptures that line the curving walkway in Hill Square were created by Holzer to celebrate the 125th anniversary of women’s enrollment at the University of Pennsylvania.
Hill Square is a significant historical site for women at Penn: Hill College House was built as the first women’s residence hall; the former College for Women was located across Walnut Street from Hill Square; and the site of the first women’s dormitory was directly across Chestnut Street.
125 Years is made up of a series of granite benches and curbs inscribed with quotations that describe the journey of women at the University.Artwork Details
Medium
Mixed Media, GraniteMade/Created
Artist
Holzer Jenny B 1950 And The Olin PartnershipDate made
2003Dimensions
Dimension Description
Size: 4.3 Acres - 22 Benches Total