Fences have a purpose. Usually a fence is something that is built to keep something contained. A fence can do either one of two things – it can keep something in or it can keep something out. As I was reviewing pictures I had taken on our recent trip to Savannah, I recognized a theme. Fences. Interesting, right?

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Adorning the fence outside St. Vincent’s, a vibrant display of ribbons transforms the ironwork into a “prayer fence.” This installation, part of the Prayer Intentions Project, invites passersby to select a ribbon in a color representing a specific cause for prayer. Each hue corresponds to one of five critical concerns: racism, nonviolence, women’s rights, immigration, and care for the earth. As the ribbons flutter across the church’s main gate, they create a visual testament to the community’s shared intentions.

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Another spot that we spent some time wandering was the beautiful Colonial Park Cemetery located in the heart of the district where we were walking. Many of the gravesites had fences of different sorts surrounding them.

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Another fun fence I found and had to photograph was a take on the  Pont des Arts in Paris (which Chris and I were able to view years ago) where locks are placed as a testament to the love of those who leave them.

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While we did not leave a lock, I did find one with Beth on it.

Fences serve a variety of functions and in Savannah, Georgia, there were quite a few examples of creativity where fences are involved. Thanks for coming along with me today on a mini tour of Savannah and a look at some of the things that may not get highlighted on tours.