The way I find art in public places sometimes is the same way that I find everything else... scouring Google Earth and reading as much as I can everywhere I go. I am willing to bet that most of Lea County doesn't even know that "Indian Statue" even exists. Five stars for this art piece in the middle of nowhere because it's art. It's history. It's original. From Monument Highway, the statue is visible. It stands quite tall. My Jeep parked next to it seems so tiny. Lol. The rocks in the masonry look just like the caliche that naturally surrounds the area. The plaque on the front side of the statue reads: "Monument Settled in 1885 and named for a marker at the springs a few miles west, Monument remained a ranching community until oil was discovered in 1928. The Indian Statue, called Geronimo by residents, was erected in 1928 by land developers. Monument has produced 4 world champion rodeo performers: George Weir & Roy, Betty Gayle & Jimmie B. Cooper. A centennial celebration was held in 1985. Erected by Monument Centennial Committee" I hope it continues to be a fixture in this tiny community. read more

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