The mural depicts Salisbury as it was at the turn of the 20th century. It was painted by local…read moreartist Cynvia Arthur Rankin over the course of three years and was finally dedicated on November 30, 1980. You'll find 141 local citizens in period costumes across the 127 foot wide and 48 foot tall mural. It shows a number of 19th century buildings including the trolley and the original fountain. It does get a touch up and restoration every couple of years when new townspeople get included. [Review 1141 of 2024 - 3636 in North Carolina - 22165 overall]

Located in one of the more upper crust neighborhoods of a town that's already upper crust itself,…read morethis sculpture is definitely political. The statue depicts a Jesus as a homeless vagrant sleeping on a park bench. Huddled under a blanket with his face and hands obscured, only the crucifixion wounds on his uncovered feet give him away. The bronze statue was purchased for $22,000 as a memorial for a parishioner, Kate McIntyre, who loved public art. The rector of this liberal, inclusive church is the Rev. David Buck, a 65-year-old Baptist-turned-Episcopalian who seems not at all averse to the controversy, the double takes and the discussion the statue has provoked. "Truly, I say to you, as you did it to one of the least of my brothers, you did it to me." -Matthew 25:40 [Review 13405 overall, 724 of 2020.]

This is homeless Jesus I guess they have a lot of these because we have one of these in my city…read morethat I live in. So we were downtown exploring the area we came across another homeless Jesus. I guess the meaning of this is to love everyone and just respect people no matter who or what they are.

This looks really cool. We were walking around this city and checking out their public art. Winston…read moreSalem has many cool Murals all around the place. This is another cool example of the public art scene in Winston Salem. I enjoy all the colors and the design of this public art mural. Go check it out in this cool city.

There isn't much to do here except look at a few metalwork statues and perhaps a hundred feet of…read morenicely painted murals. It was interesting and enjoyable, but didn't occupy very much time.

We were with some family from out of state and were showing them things in the area when we…read morediscovered the "Spin" scooters downtown. As we explored, this small park caught our eye and we decided to stop and walk through. We took a few pics as we checked out the metal structures and the mounded grass on either side of the pathway. This is a small relaxing retreat in the middle of busy downtown area.

This Astronaut has his own mural. We were walking around this city and checking out their public…read moreart. Winston Salem has many cool Murals all around the place. This is another cool example of the public art scene in Winston Salem. I enjoy all the colors and the design of this public art mural. Go check it out in this cool city.

This is the baby nirvana mural. This is another wonderful and colorful mural here is Greensboro NC…read more My buddy and I love exploring and finding public art and murals. We love to walk around and just find them in unique spots. Greensboro has so many murals and public art. I highly recommend checking out all these murals while in the town. Fun and colorful art everywhere.

Stopped in recently looking for a new artisan made lamps for our home. We were greeted walking in…read moreand told to make ourselves at home. Friendly and kind staff that made my buying experience enjoyable. The gallery is loaded with all kinds of great local art and artisan wares. I was on a mission to acquire some new functional industrial utilitarian pieces and I found them here. Two beautiful lamps, each unique one of a kinds, both functional and quality fired pottery lamps at a great value and fair price. Walking through the gallery, its a large space and there is great art everywhere you look or turn. I found the first piece almost immediately but it took a good bit of perusing and searching to find the second. After my initial walk through I made a second pass and found the next acquisition. Another beautiful lamp, ceramic obvious artisan made and it fit my idea near perfect. After finding my second piece I headed to the register. The staff wrapped and packed both pieces while I checked out. It was a great treat stumbling across Piedmont Craftsman. Well worth a stop and visit, and your support. A lot of amazing art and artisan wares at a wide range of prices, to fit most budgets. 4.5 Stars rounded up for the great staff and selection of art. 01107

One of the best parts of traveling is finding/seeing local art. I was looking for a place exactly…read morelike this in Winston-Salem, and I was so glad that it actually existed! It's a wonderful artists' gallery/co-op, with hundreds of exhibiting members. From weavers to glassblowers, painters to potters, felters, quilters, and etchers, this place carries the work of artisans in the area, the state, and some from farther afield. The shop workers were friendly and knowledgeable. I bought two amazing stoneware pots and carried them on the plane back to NYC. Can't recommend this wonderful gallery highly enough.

Free your mind mural. This is a fun one. This is another wonderful and colorful mural here is…read moreGreensboro NC. My buddy and I love exploring and finding public art and murals. We love to walk around and just find them in unique spots. Greensboro has so many murals and public art. I highly recommend checking out all these murals while in the town. Fun and colorful art everywhere.

Shiny and glittering out of the corner of my eye, this large piece of public art is placed near the…read morefront of the Valerie C Woodward Center facility that houses a number of Charlotte-Mecklenburg city/county offices. From the artist's website, "Pillars of Dreams... makes a soft landing in a field of quiet moments and curious interactions. Open columns drop down from the floating canopy into a field of seating, open paths for wandering, and unbounded spaces for self-assembly. More than an idiosyncratic space for individual discovery, Pillars of Dreams establishes a public agora for visitors and employees at this important community interface between local government and Charlotte-Mecklenburg residents." The caption points out that the artist is Marc Fornes and it is powder-coated aluminum with stainless-steel rivets making up some 3564 parts and 54,000 rivets. Step into and under the center of this public art for a moment. The artist has put openings into the aluminum skin that let some light in. It reflects off the pieces and makes for a pretty sight. Shadows, projected and reflected light in the space below are lovely. Check it out when you're in the area. [Review 13437 overall, 756 of 2020.]

This is a very unique and pretty art installation. I wasn't sure exactly where to go and Apple Maps…read morearen't that helpful what you want to do is go to the front of the building and then turn right. It is on the right side of the building easily accessible if you are coming from the front. Make sure to go close up and look from underneath to see the wide array of colors.

Hadn't been in a few months and dropped in for a weekday visit…read more There appear to be some updates to the interior. Upon entry I noticed a manned coffee station, and hadn't seen this previously. You will still need to check in with the front desk for a parking pass to place in your car. I appreciate that the end of each exhibit there are cards to share your thoughts and experience. Be mindful they may not allow you to record the art but you can take pictures without flash.

Excellent customer service here. Each employee was eager to tell us about the art. I really loved…read moreseeing the passion they had for the museum and their job. So cool to see Still Life! I also was drawn to the Crip exhbit and UNCG student exhibit. Such diverse work in one building with such knowledge to share on each topic. Thank you for having us, We will be back!