Salem  

Sundial: 1103
State/Province:  Oregon Country:  USA
Dial Type:  Vertical Dial Condition:  Excellent
  Latitude and Longitude: 44° 56.148' N  123° 02.133' W
Location:
  • The sundial is above and marking the entrance to the Capital Community Media facing Trade Street, between Hugh Street SE and Church Street SE. The address is: 575 Trade St SE, Salem, OR 97301
 
Description:
  • This vertical declining sundial is form with small squares of tile, showing the hours within a dark grey circle of tiles. The hours are marked by long orange-tile hour lines while the half-hours are marked by two dark grey tiles. A secondary circle of light grey adorns the wall, showing the length of the shadows and making the dial aesthetically pleasing. The background tiles are porcelain in common designer colors. The gnomon is a substantial stainless steel shape formed with a hole and curving points on the downward side, allowing leaves and small branches to slide off.
 
General Information:Inscription:
  • Owner: City of Salem, Oregon
  • None
  • Designer: Kenneth Klos, Architect / Artist - Portland, Oregon
  • Builder: General Contractor for Cascadia Development in Salem Oregon
  • Construction Date: 2003-2004 (part of the overall building)
 
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Last Revised: 2024-01-13 18:11