Tree of American Dreams sculpture unveiled
Sansone Group, in partnership with the St. Lucie County Economic Development Council and the City of Port St. Lucie, hosted a dedication and ribbon-cutting ceremony on May 8 for the Tree of American Dreams sculpture at Legacy Park at Tradition. Created by local artist Geoffrey C. Smith, the sculpture honors the life and legacy of Sansone Group founder Anthony F. Sansone, Sr. and reflects the values that shaped both his family and the company.
Held at Legacy Park within the five-million-square-foot Tradition development, the ceremony welcomed approximately 40 guests, including community leaders, project partners, members of the Sansone family, and the Sansone Group team.
The event featured remarks from Port St. Lucie Mayor Shannon Martin; Pete Tesch, Senior Advisor for Strategic Initiatives at the St. Lucie EDC; and Sansone Group Principals Nick, Jim, and Doug Sansone.
The sculpture incorporates symbolism representing the Sansone family’s history and values:
- Eight branches symbolize Anthony F. Sansone, Sr.’s eight children.
- The trunk represents his wife, Mary Anne Michaels Sansone, as the family’s foundation.
- Four roots reflect the pillars most important to him: Faith, Family, Community, and Country.
- A bald eagle at the top symbolizes the American Dream and the family’s immigrant journey.
Father Bowman of St. John of the Cross delivered a blessing before the ceremonial ribbon cutting with members of the Sansone family, city officials, Economic Development Council representatives, and Art Board members.
“Our father never separated faith, family, community, and love of country — they were all connected,” said Nick Sansone, Principal of Sansone Group. “This sculpture represents the values he lived by and the legacy that continues to guide our family and the communities we help build. It also honors those who came to this country with nothing but a dream and the determination to achieve it.”
Legacy Park at Tradition was Anthony F. Sansone, Sr.’s final development prior to his passing in April 2020. Designed as a place for reflection within the broader community, the Tree of American Dreams sculpture stands as a lasting tribute to the family’s roots, journey, and enduring values.
About Sansone Group
Sansone Group is a family-owned commercial real estate and development firm specializing in industrial, retail, and multifamily projects. Headquartered in St. Louis, the company has developed more than 50 million square feet across 32 states. Sansone Group provides development, asset management, property management, and brokerage services, with a focus on creating long-term value for clients and communities. Learn more at www.sansonegroup.com.
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