Austin's tiniest park unveils mini traffic troll aimed at stopping speeders
In Austin's eclectic BEPI Park, the 'Traffic Troll' adds quirky charm. Gary Schumann created it from salvaged scraps.
wcti12.comHere’s what’s currently notable about the Pease Park Troll.
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Unveiling and details in Austin: The giant troll in Pease Park, created by Danish artist Thomas Dambo, was unveiled in early 2024 and is named Malin’s Fountain. It stands roughly 18 feet tall and 15 feet wide, built from recycled materials sourced from a water tower at UT Austin’s Pickle Research Campus, and is designed as part of a broader trail experience in Pease Park. [cite ][cite ][cite ][2][3][4]
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Purpose and maintenance: The Pease Park Conservancy funded and maintains the sculpture, with a 15-year exclusive license for the artwork, subject to ongoing maintenance by the Conservancy. The project relies on private donations (including support from the Tejemos Foundation) rather than public funds. [cite ][cite ][3][2]
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Related media coverage: The project attracted coverage from local outlets (KVUE, KXAN, Texas Monthly, etc.) around the installation and its integration into Pease Park’s landscape and trail system. [cite ][3]
If you’d like, I can pull the latest updates from specific outlets (e.g., KXAN, KVUE) or summarize any recent developments you’re curious about. Would you like a quick chronicle of key events (installation, unveiling, naming) with dates and sources, or a focused update on how Malin’s Fountain fits into Pease Park today?[4][2][3]