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“Freedom Silo, Reelfoot Lake” is complete and ready to view
SPECIAL TO THE STATE GAZETTE
A historic 90 feet tall concrete grain silo is the canvas for an American flag and eagle mural, painted by renowned muralist Farley Lewis and his son Andrew. This project began with the collaboration of America’s Muralist, Raine W. Clotfelter and Director of Reelfoot Lake Tourism Council Katrina Greer. Greer’s combined love of Reelfoot Lake, history, preservation and tourism prompted her to research the possibility of promoting tourism and retail development at the Reelfoot Lake area using the silo as a landmark.
Greer invited Raine to visit Reelfoot Lake and the Tiptonville Silos. The planning of Freedom Silo Reelfoot Lake was set in motion. Planning continued with Tiptonville Mayor Cliff Berry, Jr, Reelfoot Lake Tourism Council Board Members, and the Tennessee Department of Tourist Development. Reelfoot Lake is home to over 90 eagle nests, and this inspired Raine’s design of the American flag and eagle mural on a 70 feet by 80 feet section of the silo. Farley Lewis was then commissioned for the painting.
An award-winning artist, Lewis has left his creative mark on America with his murals, including work for Bass Pro Shops. Over the next four decades, he has painted murals in Africa, the Middle East, Canada, Mexico, and all across the U.S. In January 2018, Farley stepped away from his role as a pastor, and now, he shares his artistic talents through paintings, workshops, videos, murals, and house portraits. His art celebrates nature and reveals something of the divine artist’s heart.
The silo is located on Highway 78 at 201 Carl Perkins Parkway, Tiptonville.