Davis has dedicated a memorial to COVID. Here’s what it looks like

The Davis Cemetery District dedicated a COVID-19 memorial on Sunday that will serve as a sanctuary of hope, reflection and remembrance.

It’s located in the city cemetery at 820 Pole Line Road in Davis.

The project was three years in the making. It features a walking path that leads through four portals in the themes of home, community, loss and hope.

The archways are covered in brightly colored mosaic tiles and painted with symbols from the pandemic to represent things like hand washing and essential workers.

There are also symbols of healing from multiple cultures around the world, including African, Egyptian, Native American, Buddhist and Jewish. Many native plants and animals are also represented.

At the end of the path is an art wall of mirrors where people can sit and reflect on the impact the pandemic had on their lives.

“There’s this connection between it all that allows us to somehow reflect, remember and honor all those who felt the wrath of COVID-19,” said Stephen Souza, Davis Cemetery District vice chair and memorial construction lead.

“I’m really proud of Davis for what seems to be the first COVID memorial of its kind,” said Wesley Horn, the project’s lead artist.

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