This is the most beautiful art. I actually cried when I saw her. Definitely recommend seeing her!read more

Umi is a large sculpture that is two-stories tall! She is constructed using steel, wood and glass…read morefiber-reinforced concrete. She mostly consists of tree roots which tie her from the head to the ground. Her belly is like a womb, which you are encouraged to stand or sit inside. Umi means "Mother" in Arabic and this sculpture esteems motherhood and Mother Nature. Umi is one of five sculptures in Popper's "The Human Nature" exhibit commissioned by the Morton Arboretum outside Chicago. Umi was dismantled and brought here from Chicago and then reassembled by Daniel Popper onsite. There was no plaque or stone describing the sculpture. This sculpture was created by South African artist Daniel Popper. He & his wife were once Colorado residents. Umi was inspired by the concept of "Gaia," the Greek goddess of Earth. Also, there's no sign telling you to keep off. I can imagine curious children trying to climb up her roots! I came out to this new housing development called The Aurora Highlands to see this sculpture. Umi is located in what looks like a desolate dirt field right now. Aurora Highlands Pkwy has two separate roads that runs along both long sides of this field are one way roads. There's a bridge at E. 38th Pkwy that takes you to the other road to take you back out. You will see her here. Throughout the 2-mile length of Hogan Park at Highlands Creek, there will be more than 20 art installations here in the future, brought to you by Art In The Park! There is no real place to park. Since this immediate area had very little traffic, I briefly parked on the side of Aurora Highlands Pkwy heading back towards Main St. I got out and walked down the embankment of the park to go see Umi. When this neighborhood has more residents & traffic, I wouldn't recommend parking here at all! It seems like this sculpture is mostly to be admired & appreciated by the people who live nearby rather than just anyone who wants to come see her. There are sidewalks throughout, which makes it convenient for the neighbors to either walk over or ride bikes. I'm glad I got to come take a look! She probably looks really pretty today with the light snowfall on her. When I came yesterday, the sun was lower in the sky and made for a beautiful silhouetted picture!

Together Resilient anchors the Stand Tall Denver Art Sculptures series that was created to send…read moremessages of hope and love amidst the uncertainty of the past year. Artists Jennifer Lupien and Sara Mayo worked together to merge images of people into a "heart" overcoming the "walls" that divide us. The bending figures represent the word "resilient." The heads that meet represent the word "together." According to the artists, by working together and embracing different perspectives, we can overcome many obstacles. Interest part of a series of sculptures scattered along the outdoor 16th Street Mall.

It's very hard to get a decent picture because it is kind of far from the road & there's nowhere to…read morelegally pull over. It is only advisable to take the pictures as a passenger! I've purposefully had my son drive so I could attempt to take pictures of it. On my last visit, I saw it from my Rent-A-Car Shuttle back to the Denver International Airport for my flight. I took advantage of the opportunity to take more pictures. He is visible on Pena Blvd to both coming and going to the airport. It's been greeting people since 2008. This Blue Mustang is also known as "Blucifer" and he is located on airport property, but about 4 to 5 miles away from the main terminal. It's made from cast-fiberglass. It stands at 32 ft. and has eerie red eyes. The eyes are red LED Floodlights. They do a great job of piercing light through most weather!! Not so fun fact: A section of the horse fell on the sculptor, Luis Jiménez, killing him. I think I would like to see him close up, but I'm not sure. It is pretty cool yet creepy at the same time!

On the way driving in or out of the Denver airport, you can see the 30-foot tall blue rearing-horse…read moresculpture called Blucifer. It's between the incoming and outgoing lanes of Peña Blvd, where it turns from east-west to north-south. But right there, you cant pull over, or even slow down. The closest drive is the ramp from southbound Peña to northbound, but that ramp was closed when we were there. From further away, to get a full front-view, find the curve south of Peña on 75th Av at Harry B Combs Pkwy or near the UPS center at Robertsdale St. It's not a busy road, so you can pull over briefly. You can also get a nice profile-view from the curve on 78th Av north of Peña. There must be a great view from the permit-only parking lot at that curve. After dark, the statue's eye glow a burning red! We were there during the day this time. (Summer 2026). But even a daytime drive-by on Peña Blvd is pretty cool.

I wanted to see this new sculpture of a Rhino in the RiNo Art District when I visited Denver, and I…read moredid! It's name is Rhingo. You can find him at the corner of 29th & Arkins Court, just off the South Platte River Trail. It's located in a place called Demargo Market which is a neighborhood comprised of living spaces, offices, bike paths, play areas, splash pad, dog park, picnic areas, event lawn, fire pit, sport courts, & community garden. This is a 30 ft sculpture of a rhino with a brightly colored lower area. The top is unpainted weatherized steel while the lower parts are painted all-weather climbing panels. If you want, there are rock climbing holds for you to use if you want to climb it! Rhingo is hefty, weighing in at 22,000 pounds! The largest real life rhino weighs 7,000 pounds. He just turned 1 on the day I came, 09-13-2026. They had a big party celebrating him! I had no idea when I showed up an hour after it was over. Good thing, because there was parking available. I came at around 3PM, but wished I came closer to when it got dark out. Rhingo lights up inside at night and that would have been cool to see!

The newly-named "Rhingo" (other finalists were Rosey, Roxy, Rusty, and Spike) is a fantastic…read moresculpture/climbing wall that anchors more than four acres of parks, plazas, and recreational spaces at the new 17-acre Denargo Market development in the RiNo Art District. The sculpture is 30 feet tall and weighs 22,000 pounds. It is made of unfinished, weather-resistant steel. Colorful climbing walls are integrated into its base. The developers envision climbing, photo ops, and a landmark from which to explore the public amenities and newly-activated riverfront.

Beautiful liver stack Truly a classic. National treasure made my life feel fresh and new once more‼read more

What exactly is this thing?…read more I don't think anyone really knows. I came during the daytime and could see a bunch of shiny red things in a huge pile. There doesn't seem to be any organization to their placements except to heap them up in a tapered manner. It is 20 feet tall. The red fiberglass sculpture sits on an aluminum base. This sculpture was installed in 2008. John McEnroe is the artist & sculptor. All these little bags were made using nylons filled with sand, then coated with resin. The sand was then drained out of the nylons and this is what you are left with, a "candy" shell. A hollowed sculpture. This process reminds me of Papier-mâché, in a way. Inside there are fluorescent lights. I should have gone at night to see what it looks like when it is lit up! You can see this from I-25 or walk across the Highland Street Bridge. I saw this thing twice, first time was intentional, the second time, I was going to the nearby doughnut shop. I walked on both parts of the Highland Bridge. I came to see it and left not knowing what I saw! Art is often abstract and thought provoking. I'm sure I'll inadvertently pass by this again in my ventures around Denver.

The Articulated Wall is one of those pieces of public art that makes you stop, look up, and wonder…read more Towering high above the nearby industrial landscape, this bright yellow sculpture designed by Bauhaus artist Herbert Bayer stands out with its bold, geometric spiral form. You don't need to spend a lot of time here--this isn't a park or museum--but it's a striking visual landmark that rewards a quick visit or drive-by. It's especially photogenic on a blue-sky day, and it definitely adds a cool, modern vibe to this part of Denver. It won't be for everyone--some see it as just a big yellow tower--but if you appreciate public art, architecture, or hidden urban gems, it's worth checking out. Bonus: there's usually not a crowd, so you can enjoy it in peace.

My first thought was, "Jenga, anyone?" But then, they looked like somebody played with their…read morefood... stacking French Fries!! This is different sort of art form! The definition of "Articulation" in the dictionary is: "This describes how sculptural figures (and other forms) are jointed:, either how the differing parts of a body merge in a single form, or how separate sections come together." The top portion of this is very yellow sculpture is visible from I-25. I had it in my list of things to see in Denver. After passing by, we got off the freeway and found it outside of the Denver Design Center. This very wall, located here in Denver, is not an original. Herbert Bayer re-designed this 85 foot tall sculpture. He was commissioned to build his first one in Mexico City for the 1968 Summer Olympics. Too bad I didn't know about this when I went to Mexico City back in March of this year! The one in Mexico City is smaller, standing 60 ft tall. Bayer said he wanted this to be viewed while driving by rather than standing next to it. I did both! The sculpture is constructed of 32 pieces of pre-fabricated concrete elements each measuring 41′ x 5′-2″ x 2′-7″. A refueling mast taken from an aircraft carrier runs through the middle of the wall, holding the sculpture together. Two million pounds of concrete were used to create the 85-foot tall sculpture. This wall was dedicated in 1985. Bayer died the same year at the age of 85. This Articulated Wall belongs to the Denver Art Museum. Here, they have about 8,000 items of Bayer's works. They rotate his works. You can even see a miniature sculpture of this wall there. A nickname for this wall is "Fry Stack". Funny thing is that there was really a French Fry eating contest in front of the sculpture ... for art's sake! So, remember, seeing this while driving past it in your vehicle is the intended way to view this sculpture!

We had the pleasure of getting to ride this trolley this summer. A great activity for kids! My 3…read moredefinitely enjoyed it. The tracks go alongside the river, so we saw plenty of ducks and geese on our ride. This trolley starts at the REI and stops at the aquarium, the children's museum, meow wolf, and during certain times of year the football stadium. I'd also recommend checking out the REI while you are in the area. That location I believe is the biggest in the country. P.S. Check with your local library for free tickets. That is where I got mine! A fun activity specifically for children.

Quick, short trolley ride. One way toward the aquarium and children's museum and then back. Get on…read morethe trolley right by REI. Twenty five minute ride. A little history along the way.

What a lovely way to spend the morning and support small local businesses. I was able to get some…read moreholiday shopping done and get a little something for myself! Fabulous event!

What a great day! My husband and I just love local art, and supporting these artists. I hadn't…read moreheard of the Jackalope Arts festival, which apparently appears every year just up the street from me in Olde Arvada. We went out on this sunny and warm October day, glad to enjoy some time outdoors in the sun. We were greeted, as well, with an enjoyable stroll through local venue booths sporting everything from beeswax products to locally mixed spices to jewelry made from local stones (think petrified wood and Marble's marble, among many others). I was drawn to the designs at a T-shirt shop, and when I couldn't find my size in the design I wanted, they assured me that I could email them and they would make it for me and send it along to my home. The jewelry maker at Waystone (mywaystone.com) promised that if I could bring her a piece of petrified wood that I had discovered in my backyard, she would make it into something special to display in my home. While she accepts items through mail, since she is just down I-70 just east of Denver, I mean to bring it right to her. I was excited to visit this arts fair, and came away with some nice items, along with the cards of some artisans to whom I will reach out for some custom items. What a great way to spend a glorious fall day outside!