Large Arch plaza is designed for use by the public. In 2013-14, the plaza underwent repairs but "Large Arch" is still on view. Similar bronze arches by Henry Moore are on display at the Museum of Modern Art in New York City, the Lynden Sculpture Garden in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, and the Nelson Atkins Museum of Art in Kansas City, Missouri. A similar arch by Moore made from travertine is also on display in Kensington Gardens in London, England. "Large Arch" was approved by the Bartholomew County Library board and paid for by Xenia and J. Irwin Miller at the suggestion of I.M.
John Spaulding (artist) a metal-joining specialist in the aerospace industry in California in the 1960s. He relocated to New York City in 1978 and continued to work on his art. Spaulding's work is internationally recognized, with pieces on display in several countries including Brazil, Japan, France, and England. He had studios for creating his works in California, New York, Rio de Janeiro, and Indianapolis. His sculptures have been inspired by nature and his African American heritage. He also created several large abstracts. Spaulding's work is included in private and public collections such as "Black Titan" at the Indianapolis Art Center's ArtsPark. The artist