South Tees Viewpoint ‘Crossing Points’
Andrew McKeown
The river’s bridges and bends influence the forms and shapes of these pieces.
A ‘crossing point’ is also a ‘threshold’ to overcome; to get from where you are to where you want to be – reflecting the area’s future aspirations. The pieces deliberately feel organic, as if they are ‘growing out of the ground’.
Each a galvanised steel box section with etched words;
‘Where great ships were built, and the steel industry roared’
to tie it with its particular location
How it works
use the map to find the sculpture
Take a rubbing from the steel plaque in the passport booklet
post a picture of your rubbing or a selfie with the sculpture
How many can you collect?
Care to share?
Upload your photos to Instagram, Facebook or Twitter. #teessculpturetrail
Notes on the Black Path Mural - Lucy Chapman
Did you Know?
A high vantage point where, on a clear day, you can enjoy unhindered views of the river. To the west Teesport, Middlesbrough and the heavy engineering and chemical works along the riverside. To the east as far as the mouth of the Tees to South Gare and over the river north to Hartlepool and beyond.
Download our Heritage guide to find out more about the Industry in the Tees Valley
Gallery - Crossing Points
images by Chris Chapman Visuals
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