The Imminent Implosion of a Hideous and Memorable Landmark

While getting my oil changed today, I spotted this giant metal figure that, until recently, adorned the parking garage of the New Haven Coliseum. If you remember, there was this rocker, a monster truck, a hockey player and probably some other uninspired monstrosity. I think I remember some news story about them being sold or given away, but I might be making that up. Anyway, when walking back from CVS with a magazine to pass the time, I looked up and noticed this figure standing proud and perpendicular to Dixwell Ave. Although I always hated them (partially because I could never tell if they were neon or if the color changed as you were driving by- I still don’t know for sure) I find it interesting that they will still be around even after the Coliseum is destroyed in January 2006. So if there are other sightings, let me know and I’ll give you a prize, or an email, or silent respect.

Oh… and
I think that we should pack a picnic or a pint and go down to witness the destruction. I’ve never seen a building fall to the ground. And I have many memories inside this one.

"It's time to make way for another view of optimism and possibility in the city"
-John DeStefano.

I’ll say.