Two Bits
Sculpture
A massive 28-foot tribute to Central Oregon's logging history, depicting two draft horses forged entirely from welded scrap metal and found objects.
The Iron Horses
The Artist & Donor
Created by local sculptor Greg Congleton. The piece was commissioned and donated to the city by Nike co-founder Phil Knight and his wife, Penny.
Found Object Art
Constructed entirely from welded scrap. Visitors can hunt for hidden artifacts welded into the horses' bodies:
- Vintage 1923 Oregon license plate
- Chainsaws, gears, and sprockets
- Sewing machine parts & garden hoes
Visiting the Site
River Setting
Located on the east bank of the Deschutes River in Farewell Bend Park, near the Bill Healy Memorial Bridge.
Access
Wheelchair-accessible parking and direct access to the paved Deschutes River Trail.
Hours
Open daily from 5:00 a.m. to 10:00 p.m. Free to visit.
Find the Horses
Located at 1000 SW Reed Market Rd, Bend, OR. A rugged symbol of Central Oregon's working history.
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