We recently told you about the Friendship Oak in Long Beach. However, that’s not the only unique tree on the Gulf Coast. Another coast city is home to several eye-catching trees, which are known as “angel trees.” Once beautiful live oaks, the trees have been carved into angelic works of art. Even better, you can view them from the comfort and safety of your own car. Take a look:
Bay St. Louis is consistently ranked among the best small towns in the nation. Just last year, it landed the #5 spot in USA Today’s Best Small Towns In America competition.
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The small coastal town is home to some great restaurants, boutiques, shops, eateries, and four angel trees.
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Dubbed the Angels in the Bay, the angelic creations are the work of Dayle K. Lewis, a chainsaw artist from Indiana.
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Once beautiful oaks, the trees that have been transformed into remarkable works of art were killed by the immense amounts of salt water brought to shore by Hurricane Katrina.
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Rather than cut down the dead trees, Lewis breathed new life into them by intricately carving them into angelic figures.
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Easy to find, the angel trees are located in downtown Bay St. Louis.
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More specifically, there’s one near Century Hall and another in front of Our Lady of the Gulf Church, which is probably the most intricate since it has herons, turtles, pelicans, and ladybugs carved into it.
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The other two angel trees are on the first block of Demontluzin Avenue, near The Blind Tiger.
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The trees on Demontluzin Avenue, which were the first of the angel trees to be carved, are probably the most meaningful – and that’s because three people and their dog survived Hurricane Katrina by spending the night in the tree.
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Watch the video below to learn more about the Angels in the Bay.
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So, did you know about the Angels in the Bay? Have you ever seen them? Know of another unique site you can safely view from your car? Tell us in the comments section.
These aren’t the only unique trees in the state. Read about others here.
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