In the city of Kentland in Newton County lies a geological mystery known as the Kentland Dome. The presence of vertical strata and “Shattercone” formations found in the stone at the site evoke theories about either a meteorite impact or a major earthquake 65 million years ago. Land in Newton County is used by farmers to grow a variety of crops, including peppermint and spearmint.The region also has harbored a prominent nudist resort in the town of Roselawn since 1965.

This sculpture depicts two roughly-hewn figures nestled together. Their nakedness is covered by strategically placed mint leaves. The smaller figure in this artwork was created from the back of the larger, prompting the artist to refer to the pair as “Adam and Eve.” The figures’ heads are actual shattercone formations.

Designers Jeff Laramore and David Jemerson Young of 2nd Globe, an Indianapolis–based artistic company, designed all 92 of the county sculptures featured on the outside of the Indiana State Museum. Their designs narrate the counties’ famous natives, historically significant events, or their cultural characteristics, and were fabricated and installed by various Indiana sculptors, carvers, glassworkers, metalworkers, and other artisans.