SMU students help construct new labyrinth designed by May

One addition to the new playground and landscaping at the East Recreation Center is a labyrinth, designed by Monta May (Communication and Marketing). The community — including several SMU students — was invited to help build mosaic blocks that comprise the labyrinth.

The labyrinth, made from over 180 concrete blocks set into the ground and mosaiced with recycled glass and local stone, is a 25-foot permanent installation in the park. More than 60 adults and children participated in the three-day build.

A plaque with a brief explanation of labyrinths, mosaics and the project will be added in the near future. The pillar for the plaque will be covered with a mosaic depicting a Mississippi river scene. To see pictures, go to http://montagael.blogspot.com/search/label/labyrinth.