Art on the MCT Trails

The “Trail Critters” Collection

Gifted to Madison County Transit by Agency for Community Transit (ACT), the MCT “Trail Critters” collection is the first set of installments, a part of the “Art on the MCT Trails” initiative. These large-scale sculptures created by talented Texas artist, Jeffie Brewer, adorn several different areas of the MCT Trails. Ranging in height from 9-12 feet and crafted from 10-gauge steel, these durable critters are here to stay.

The intention of this collection is to enhance the visual appeal of the trails, add a touch of artsy to them, and foster a sense of playfulness and creativity. Learn about the different pieces in the “Trail Critters” collection below.

Cole

Located at Glen Carbon Junction, in Glen Carbon, along the MCT Ronald J. Foster Heritage Trail at Main Street, stands this lively 12-foot-tall hot pink canary. A nod to Glen Carbon’s origins as a coal mining locale, and the significant role canaries played in the practice of coal mining.

Jarvis

Located in Troy on the MCT Goshen Trail along Old Troy Road, near IL-162, is Jarvis the fiercely fun 10-foot-tall teal bear; named after the township in which he resides.

Marina

Located at Riverbend Junction, south of Alton, on the MCT Confluence Trail overlooking the Mississippi River, this magnificent yellow heron can be spotted from bikes, cars, and even boats with her impressive 12-foot-tall stature.

Mary

Located in, where else, Maryville. Along the MCT Schoolhouse Trail near Drost Park, nests this striking 9-foot-tall red cardinal.

Newt

Located at Edwardsville Junction in Edwardsville, where the MCT Nature, MCT Nickel Plate, and MCT Goshen trails intersect, is Newt. An orange kitty standing 9-feet-tall and reminding all frequent trailgoers of their favorite small trail kitty.

Radish

Located in Collinsville on the MCT Schoolhouse Trail along Horseshoe Lake Road, grazes this majestic 10-foot-tall purple horse. Named after Collinsville’s second favorite condiment (ketchup being the first).

Sandy

Located in Pontoon Beach off of the MCT Nature Trail sits this playful, lime green lizard. Sandy patrols the Sand Road/Chain of Rocks Road intersection and stretches out a whole 10-feet-long.

Steele

Located along the MCT Nature Trail in Granite City is Steele. A cheerful blue fox who sits at 10-feet-tall near Victory Drive and Terminal Avenue, and whose name is a nod to Granite City’s rich steel industry ties.