And, good news.
From the March 25, 2024, Daily Journal "Gemini Giant sells for $275 k, will remain in Wilmington."
I was sure hoping it would remain in Wilmington. Nothing like entering the town from the north and seeing that giant guy. To me, it has always meant, "You're on Route 66!!" And, so it will be, but in a different site.
It has stood watch since 1965 at the former Launching Pad restaurant. Sadly, that place has proved a no-go and out of business.
The Giant was purchased last week for $275,000 at auction and DONATED to the City of Wilmington. The city plans on placing it alongside a planned Route 66 monument at South Island Park by late spring of this year.
I was sure hoping Wilmington would get it. It belongs in Wilmington.
--RoadGiantFan
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