The symbolic meaning of these flying birds is connected to the Native American beliefs and spirituality of my ancestors. The bird of peace or white dove symbolizes the silent unity of hope, peace and love. The flock of seven represents the strength of the seven nations united as one. As patrons view the installation, I would hope that they will be filled with the same feeling of freedom and weightlessness as the soaring birds of peace ascend through the Atrium Glass to the sky above.