“It’s definitely a piece of art, and it’s a Worcester icon,” Ms. Snell said. “There are lots of cities that have statues that are humorous or cause discussion and they embrace them. And we embrace ours.” http://www.telegram.com/article/20110228/NEWS/102280337

“Turtle Boy” invites people to interact with it. “There’s something about ‘Turtle Boy’ that he has a personality and approachability. To me that’s the great thing about the ‘Turtle Boy.’ ” — Cathy Walsh in t&G article http://www.telegram.com/article/20110228/NEWS/102280337