Green Giant Statue

This picture was taken off Interstate 90 in Blue Earth, Minnesota.  This statue is a symbol of the long standing association of the city with the Green Giant company.  Some of our more distinguished gentlemen and ladies may remember the name "Jolly Green Giant" for a commercial on TV for Green Giant peas and corn.  This statue, made of fiberglass, stands 55 1/2 feet tall, weighs 4 tons, wears a size 78 shoe, and cost $43,000 to manufacture.  There are steps leading up to the base of his feet.  The statue has been in its current location since July 6, 1979.