Gallery of 2026 Art on the Trails Exhibition

Sarah Alexander

Hand-hammered welded steel

$12,000 Inquiries: artonthetrails@gmail.com

This was created in response to a civil war belt buckle for the country’s 250th anniversary. The title “Fit to be Tied” originated from the practice of tying up unruly soldiers or prisoners during the Civil War. It conveys a sense of being so upset that restraint is necessary. The idea of moving this piece outdoors and making the connection between the land and this country appeals to me. America’s history is in our soil; we cannot erase our history, but we can protect our open spaces. We can show respect for the land and our environment for future generations.