Gremlin sculpture wins people's choice vote for 2022

The Leader-Telegram, Eau Claire, Wis.
Updated ·3 min read

Jun. 17—EAU CLAIRE — Clutching a wrench and wearing a mischievous smile, a mythical critter trapped in a cage on Water Street for the past year will be on permanent display in Eau Claire.

Inspired by the "Gremlins" movies, local artist Tim Litscher's sculpture of the impish troublemaker handily won the people's choice award last year for Sculpture Tour Eau Claire.

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