Dubbed the “Red Line Bovine,” two painted fiberglass cows have been grazing at Fields Corner’s Memorial Square since June 19 as part of the Dana Farber Cancer Center’s New England CowParade.

The event is part of Dana Farber’s 75th anniversary celebration of The Jimmy Fund, and as a tribute, 75 of the uniquely painted cows have been placed all over the region to highlight communities that have supported The Jimmy Fund over the years. The two in Fields Corner are the only two in Dorchester, and it might be the first time that the neighborhood has been part of a CowParade.

Jackey West Devine, executive director of Fields Corner Main Streets, said they were nominated by a Dorchester artist, and Dana Farber liked the idea and reached out to talk about locations. It was quickly decided that Memorial Square, at the nexus of Dorchester Avenue and Adams Street, would be ideal. Last week, “Sally Sunset” and “Spreading Love” were delivered to their summer spot, where they will remain in place until after Labor Day.

“It has been a hit with kids and adults right away,” she said. “Certainly, it speaks to children because it’s so whimsical. But it brings joy to adults, too. Right away this week, two elderly women took turns taking pictures of each other with the cows. It’s great for them to include us because I think of Dana Farber as an organization that really doesn’t go past Longwood, and now they’re deep into Boston.”

“We are grateful to our Jimmy Fund supporters, sponsors, local artists, and generous donors for making this celebration come to life,” said Suzanne Fountain, vice president of the Jimmy Fund. “This event highlights the communities throughout New England that have supported the Jimmy Fund through its 75 years, showing that we’re all Jimmy and, together, we can continue our mission to defy cancer.”

For the past month, 60 artists of all ages have been working to transform the fiberglass cows into original works of art. In Fields Corner, Joseph Joey James (Jose Santiago) painted “Spreading Love,” which includes flowers, balloons, and the sky. Now living in Woburn, he is originally from Boston and has 14 years of experience as a graphic designer, having received his degree from Mass Art. He said his cow is about peace and spreading love to those needing help.

“Sally Sunset” is the creation of Crystal Bailey of Deerfield, NH, and features a bright pattern of yellow sunflowers and a golden setting sun. Since a young age, she said, she has been painting, illustrating, and tinkering with art. Her passion now is creating pet portraits for owners who have lost their beloved companions. Her cow design is meant to remind viewers to take time to enjoy all that the earth is capable of doing.

“Sally is not afraid to stop and smell the flowers, or gaze at the sunset,” she wrote.

Bailey has painted and designed two other cows for this CowParade that are in other locations.

Added West Devine: “We’re the only participant that is in a Main Streets District, so it brings attention to the Main Streets District and its businesses as well. We hope it brings people here. I think the two we got here are really beautiful.”

Fields Corner Main Streets District Director Jackey West Devine with the ‘Spread Love’ cow in Memorial Square at Fields Corner last week. Seth Daniel photo

CowParades are not unique to Dana Farber and are hosted as events all over the world. CowParade is the largest and most successful public art event with 105 events in the past 24 years in more than 80 international cities.

In August, select cows from CowParade New England will be auctioned off to raise money for The Jimmy Fund. Visit CowParadeNewEngland.org to see where all 75 cows will be this summer.