MINNEAPOLIS – May 11, 2016 –
Funded privately by Medtronic and designed by Minneapolis design firm Alliiance, the monument is titled “The Horn.” The Horn is an aesthetically striking sculpture, consisting of two flowing ribbons. The inside surfaces of both ribbons are polished and seamless mirrors, reflecting the many faces of the community who come to explore and interact with the sculpture. The combined shape of the spirals also represents the Gjallarhorn, a familiar symbol to Vikings fans. The Vikings sound a Gjallarhorn prior to all home games. Once erected, the sculpture will be approximately 107 feet long, 25 feet high and 30 feet wide, weighing over 38 tons.