Gargoyles in Their Likeness Stun Donors
From Times Wire Reports
The stone gargoyles perched atop the doors to Duke University’s new Gothic dormitory were meant to surprise and honor two wealthy donors.
The university in Durham succeeded at surprise: Aubrey and Kathleen McClendon, who gave $5.5 million to build the dorm, were shocked to find their likenesses staring down from the hall. So shocked that the sculptures will be taken down at the couple’s request.
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