October 6, 2011 7:29 PM

Schwarzenegger unveils statue of himself at museum in Austria

The museum in the village of Thal has been open since July and is in the two-story home where Schwarzenegger grew up. It includes several items that mark significant moments in the actor-turned politician’s life,

Former Gov. Arnold Schwarzenegger visited his hometown in Austria on Friday to unveil a towering bronze statue of himself at a museum dedicated to his legacy.

The museum in the village of Thal has been open since July and is in the two-story home where Schwarzenegger grew up. It includes several items that mark significant moments in the actor-turned politician’s life,

including his first barbell, life-size “Terminator” models and his polished wood governor’s desk, the Associated Press reported.

The large bronze statue is of Schwarzenegger as a young bodybuilder –- in trunks and with flexed muscles.

Hundreds of fans turned out to see Schwarzenegger, who visited Austria with his son Patrick.

“For me, this is not only a museum,” he said. “It is also a symbol of will … everyone has a chance.”

The Latest from Big Statues
Carrie L. French Memorial
Bronze Memorial Statues, Veterans, Community Monuments, Fallen Heroes
Dave Winfield Statue Creation Process
Custom Bronze Statues, Art Installation, Baseball, Athlete Memorial, Hall of Fame, Minnesota
Behind the Mascots | The History of some of our most Iconic Bronze Mascots
University, Custom Bronze Statue, Mascot, Graduation, History
Custom Bronze Class Ring Statues: Massive Monuments at UNT & SHSU
Custom Bronze Statues for Universities | Large Campus Sculptures | Big Statues | Public Art Installations
Read More here
Featured
Get Your Free Custom Quote
Start Here