The Hormel Institute
Ray of Hope Sculpture

Client The Hormel Institute

Location Austin, MN

Contractor McGough Construction

‘Ray of Hope’ Sculpture

A 30′-high aluminum sculpture of a protein from the milk thistle plant was installed on the front lawn of The Hormel Institute.

The Hormel Institute has revealed that silybin, a major bioactive component of this plant, is a natural anticancer agent and effectively weakens melanoma growth.

A major discovery for the Hormel Institute, this sculpture was a collaborative effort of the Hormel Institute, Visual Communications, and Archetype Signmakers (the fabricator). The base and lighting were by McGough Construction. The sculpture has been named ‘Ray of Hope’ in recognition of major donors Gary and Pat Ray.