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    "Her Secret is Patience", public art sculpture by Janet Echelman
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    Interesting art installation by Janet Echelman called "Her Secret is Patience". The Sculpture symbolizes the desert's flora and it is suspended 100 feet above ground in the Civic Space Park. Come at night and you will experience an interesting sight of the art installation.

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    Stefany V.

    Created in 2009, Janet Echelman's three-dimensional art installation hovers above Civic Space Park in downtown Phoenix, swaying in the breeze and shifting shapes. During the day, it casts interesting shadows and at night, and it is illuminated and changes colors with the seasons. Initially named Sky Bloom, the final project title references a Ralph Waldo Emerson quote: "Adopt the pace of nature; her secret is patience." I find this piece is best enjoyed at night- if you're just popping by for a few minutes to take some photos, you might get lucky and snag a spot in front of the ASU Journalism School building. Note that there aren't any bathrooms or water fountains in this particular park.

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    Li K.

    Check it out! Learn more about it on Atlas Obscura. It is a cool art installation by Janet Echelman. Located in Phoenix Civic Space Park, it is convenient to downtown areas. Based on the Ralph Waldo Emerson quote "Adopt the pace of nature, her secret is patience", beautiful!

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    Richie D.

    Thanks to an online blog, that I fail to recall the name of, they provided a list of the top public art pieces around the United States. At that time I had bookmarked "Her Secret is Patience" and now I find myself in Phoenix at night with the freedom to check it out. This 145-foot-tall aerial sculpture is by artist Janet Echelman (with the help of many local companies) and hangs above downtown Phoenix's Civic Science Park. The park is surrounded by ASU's downtown campus and like many other cities you most likely will encounter harmless homeless in the park--not to detour you from visiting! The entire sculpture (term used "loosely" without any pun intended) is made of of recyclable hand-baiting and machine-loomed knotting with LED lights shining at it. Based on the season when you visit, the colors change with warmer (red/orange) tones during the summer and cooler tones (blue/purple) during the winter. While night is truly when her true colors 'shine,' it is also impressive during the day based on the size and shadows it casts on the park grounds. Echelman says that it reminds her of the monsoon cloud formations and the shadows they cast upon the desert. For me, it took me back to my Midwestern homeland during tornado season with the sky alternating colors in front of your eyes while a funnel cloud forms. If you're in town, be sure to check out this free public art!

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    It is located in the Civic Space Park and is the work of artist Janet Echelman who made the piece in 2009.

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    Alley of the Arts

    Alley of the Arts

    4.0(1 review)
    0.3 mi

    This alley is very busy, as far as art goes, and has a lot going on. It is almost overwhelming…read more Murals runs the full length of the alley and is very vibrant and colorful. It spans between 1st and 2nd Streets and Adams and Washington Streets. A large portion of the alley pays tribute to Latino icons. This was a herculean effort led by the Arizona Latino Arts and Cultural Center (ALAC), with help from the Downtown Phoenix Partnership, Phoenix Convention Center, and Latinos Now. When they say that it takes a village, that it an understatement when it comes to this area. The alley features work from many local artist including Jose Andres Giron, Roman P. Reyes, Carlos Rivas, Ramon Aguirre, Edgar Fernandez, Elizabeth Toledo, Alfred Bilducia, Noreen Ayonayon, Tavo Barrios, Angel Diaz, Karlito Espinosa, Ivan Garcia, Luis Munoz, Edgar Munoz, Raul Rodriquez, Rey Lugo and Catyana Falsetti. This alley really grabs you and draws you in. The mural is on the backside of a parking garage and faces the back of some local business and has a good view of their dumpsters. Some notable images that I saw in the alley were the Virgin Mary, a rose, a portrait of U.S. Army Private First Class Silvestre Santana Herrera, who was presented the Medal of Honor during World War II, there arew a bunch of flowers, R2D2, Lalo Guerrero, American guitarist, singer and farm labor activist, a phoenix, a horse head, Larry Fitzgerald of the Arizona Cardinals, in Uniform and Carlos Santana, That is just a fraction of the images of art in the alley. It is something that you just have to see. You will notice the different styles of murals that make up the collection and also different skill levels of the artist. Most of the work is pretty good, but some of them are notable better than others. There is metered street parking and commercial parking garages within a reasonable walking distance from the alley if you want to park, get out and take a closer look. This is definitely not a destination stop, so I would highly recommend combining this with other stops or making this part of a larger itinerary.

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    Alley of the Arts
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    Civic Space Park - Outdoor Sculpture

    Civic Space Park

    4.3(25 reviews)
    0.0 mi

    Whenever I visit the ASU Downtown Campus, I always find myself walking through the Civic Space…read morePark. This is a park with a lot of potential as there is a nice grassy area, some tables and chairs next to the US Post Office and ASU Student Center, a beautiful sculpture, and other places to hold an event and escape from the heat. At the same time, the Civic Space Park in recent years has been overrun with the homeless who find their own spaces on the east side of the park and sometimes elsewhere in the park. This has led to some safety concerns from ASU students and their families as many students have to walk across the park to get from the Sun Devil Fitness Complex or the Fusion on First upper-division residence hall across to the rest of the ASU Downtown Campus. There have also been a number of altercations over the last few years between multiple homeless and occasionally between a homeless person and a student. I have seen groups of students and even community members holding events in the park either in front of the Student Center entrance at the tables and chairs (gatherings by students or staff), on the grassy lawn area (community members playing soccer, frisbee, or having a picnic), or even on the south side of the walkway (though the lighting wasn't very good in the evening in that area). Again, it may be a challenge if some of the homeless community members try to engage at these events with the students, staff, and/or community members. Another challenge we learned is that it isn't the role of ASU Police or Phoenix Police to monitor the park. Rather there are park rangers who are responsible for doing so, which adds some complications as the rest of the ASU campus is supported by ASU Police and on occasion, by Phoenix Police. If you look at other reviews of Civic Space Park, it is difficult to find one that doesn't highlight the famous sculpture known as "Her Secret is Patience." In fact, I recall doing a photo shoot about 12 years ago under the sculpture at Civic Space Park. This sculpture is a public art sculpture commission that was designed for the city of Phoenix. The sculpture consists of painted, galvanized steel, polyester twine netting, and colored lights. Again, the space has a lot of potential though due to safety reasons, there is some work to be done to really prepare this park to meet its full potential.

    Nice park to just hang out at. Lots of grassy area for kids or animals to run through…read more We just sat there for a while soaking up the sun and people watching. At night the tornado looking thing lights up.

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    Civic Space Park - "Her Secret is Patience" sculpture

    "Her Secret is Patience" sculpture

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    Civic Space Park

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    The Japanese Friendship Garden of Phoenix - Tea house

    The Japanese Friendship Garden of Phoenix

    4.0(487 reviews)
    0.6 mi

    I loved my experience here at the Japanese Friendship Garden! For starters, this area is peculiar…read morefrom the rest of Phoenix, making it stand out from the other attractions enlisted here. It creates a beautiful environment that not many can experience outside of Arizona, and it is highly recommended to visit for anyone that is seeking a quiet, peaceful, calm, and beautiful setting with jaw dropping scenery. I went with one of my close friends and we both enjoyed the experience we shared. There were benches around to sit and admire the views, along with bridges to get a closer look at the koi fish and ducks. However, the best part was how many ducklings there were following their mamas. I had never seen anything like it, and it was truly an experience to remember.

    Wowww, I have heard about this garden for sometime but finally I made it happen to visit…read more As soon as you stepped in-- you already find yourself in the right place; calm, peaceful, beautiful and simple. The garden is well maintained and organized, quiet place for give yourself quiet time and meditation. The garden is not that big place to walk around, but it's definitely worth it if you feel like need to escape and looking for nature therapy--this is the one! Give yourself more time to sit back and enjoy the greenery. The staff is super friendly and welcoming! I will definitely come back again soon.

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    The Japanese Friendship Garden of Phoenix - Bike Rack at the garden entrance

    Bike Rack at the garden entrance

    The Japanese Friendship Garden of Phoenix - This drink wasn't my favorite but it quenched me thirst

    This drink wasn't my favorite but it quenched me thirst

    The Japanese Friendship Garden of Phoenix - Purple flowers

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    Based on Balls by George Rhoads

    Based on Balls by George Rhoads

    5.0(1 review)
    0.7 mi

    With public art, the effort -- if not the outcome -- is almost always appreciated. But in this…read morecase, they really hit a home run! George Rhoads is one of my favorite artists. And "Based on Balls" is one of my favorite sculptures. This is an audiokinetic sculpture. Like much of his work (which can be found in public buildings, science museums, hospitals and airports around the world -- from Rishon LeZion to LAX), "Based on Balls" is a complex sequence of tracks and contraptions. In the middle, a conveyor belt continuously brings balls to the top and gently releases them onto the track. What happens next is easy to enjoy but hard to describe. It's not enough to say that the balls simply roll down the tracks. As they go, they push pinwheels, change direction, and trigger mallets to hit everything from wood-blocks to gongs. The result is an awe-inspiring symphony of sound and stimulation. Listen, I'm trying to describe this thing and I'm failing miserably. Why not just take a look at the thing yourself?! I put a couple videos of "Based on Balls" on youtube to help you do just that. Take a look, review it, visit it, and -- most of all -- voice your support. Governments and businesses will only provide us with things like this if they know that they're appreciated. Click on the following links for videos of "Based on Balls", one by me and one by fellow-yelper Matt R: http://youtube.com/watch?v=40qWtKwEOI8 http://youtube.com/watch?v=-SE-Jld6uKA Enjoy!

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    Based on Balls by George Rhoads

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    Phoenix Art Museum - Matsuda Yuriko, In Her Shoes, 2007   Enameled and glazed porcelain Carol & Jeffrey Horvitz Collection, 2025.RAD.1.23

    Phoenix Art Museum

    4.4(606 reviews)
    1.0 mi

    Was on a layover and decided to checkout some local activities…read more Parking was on the challenging side because it is also next to a theatre and a performance was scheduled. We visited on a Wednesday after 3pm...it's pay what you can and they're open til 8pm so that also added to parking congestion. No pressure to pay/donate but they did let us know the normal price. We opted to pay $5 vs. the regular $28 per person. I primarily wanted to visit the Yayoi Kusama room but loved the butterfly installation and the tiny rooms as well. They have a nice variety of art work overall. There were some areas that were closed off due to a private event, so didn't get to visit all exhibits and they also have some additional pay areas too. Highly recommend and would definitely visit again!

    PRICE SLIGHTLY STEEP Not my favorite art museum I've ever…read morebeen to as it lacks big well known pieces. I felt the adult price of $28 was too high, especially as a couple -- that's almost $60 for a day out of looking at some pictures. They do offer a AAA $3 discount, which we took advantage of. KUMSAMA FIREFLIES INFINITY MIRROR ROOM My favorite part was the Kusama Fireflies Infinity Mirror Room, where you wander into a room of darkness surrounded by mesmerizing twinkling lights and mirrors. I wasn't aware that this was there, so it was a pleasant surprise. LAYOUT I felt the museum has a slightly confusing, disjointed layout. GIFT SHOP There's a quality gift shop selling typical art museum items like jewelry, scarves, mugs, etc. LOCKERS There are complimentary lockers for backpacks/purses and water. WEB SITE Before our trip, I used their web site and found it confusing to find out the price of tickets and as to whether they were actually open on certain days. See my photos attached. Helpful?

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    Phoenix Art Museum - Local AZ artist Eric Fischl - made this painting after taking several photographs and mashing the painted images together into one canvas.

    Local AZ artist Eric Fischl - made this painting after taking several photographs and mashing the painted images together into one canvas.

    Phoenix Art Museum - Barbies helped girls play at various careers

    Barbies helped girls play at various careers

    Phoenix Art Museum - "Whaam!, 1968" Lithograph Roy Lichtenstein

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    "Whaam!, 1968" Lithograph Roy Lichtenstein

    Welcome to Phoenix Mural

    Welcome to Phoenix Mural

    5.0(1 review)
    0.3 mi

    Artist Kayla Newnam was selected and commissioned by the city of Phoenix, Downtown Phoenix Inc. and…read moreArtlink Inc to do this piece. This mural is very colorful and attention getting. It is a large mural covering 190-by-10-feet. It was painted in November 2022 and is intended to celebrate Phoenix's "festive and diverse culture and welcome visitor's to the city from upcoming large-scale events including Super Bowl LVII, the 2024 NCAA Men's Final Four and the 2026 NCAA Women's Final Four. It is across the street from the Hyatt Regency and is painted on the side of a commercial garage and parking to get a good look is relatively easy. There are metered spots right in front of and across the street from the mural. The mural was completed by Newnam using Community Paint Days and offering 50 lucky people two opportunities to help and watch the mural be created. The mural is intended to represent a panoramic journey through the desert. The mural has a large life-like Gila monster, some cacti. If you look closely, you will also see animals such as a hawk, owls, a snake and rabbit. I love the use of colors. They are like electric. It has a neon sign effect and the artwork is so detailed and realistic. Newnam is very talented. I will definitely need to check out more of her work. This was truly a nice welcome to the city. Anyway, as with most murals that I have visited and reviewed, this is not a long stop. I was there less than 5 minutes. So, you may want to consider planning out additional stops at many of the other attractions in the area, or making this stop part of a larger itinerary to maximize your time and trip.

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    Welcome to Phoenix Mural
    Welcome to Phoenix Mural
    Welcome to Phoenix Mural

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    Downtown Phoenix - Happy Client Photo :-)

    Downtown Phoenix

    4.0(30 reviews)
    0.4 mi

    I have worked at the Arizona State University Downtown Phoenix Campus off and on over the years,…read moreand over this past year, I have gotten involved with Downtown Phoenix Inc. (DPI) by attending their monthly stakeholder meetings and attending events that either they have put on for the community or other community events that they have supported and/or marketed. In fact, ASU has hosted wellness events, student welcome events, and career fairs, and it is always great to see DPI engaged in our events, too. DPI is a community-building organization that delivers enhanced municipal services to the Downtown business core, marketing and event production to Greater Downtown, and manages the work plans for Phoenix Community Alliance and the Downtown Phoenix Community Development Corporation. DPI and its affiliate organizations are committed to making Phoenix a vibrant urban destination and one of the nation's great cities. In fact their mission is "to facilitate collaboration, cultivate connections, and contribute to both the growth and vitality of our community. To generate progress on issues, work toward sustainable growth and build a stronger, more inclusive city core that generates positive perceptions, memorable experiences and a sense of pride in Downtown." Their vision is to "deliver a vibrant and healthy Downtown that makes the experience of our community enriching and engaging to residents, visitors and businesses, and helps strengthen the reputation and heart of our city in a sustainable way." DPI also staffs the DTPHX Ambassador program with the mission " to make a person's experience in Downtown Phoenix safe, enjoyable, and memorable." They are around 365 days a year and wear orange shirts that say "ASK ME" on the back. Complimentary hospitality services provided in the Downtown Core include walking escorts, car battery jumps, umbrella escorts, restaurant information, personalized tours, and entertainment info. Visit the DPI website (https://dtphx.org) and sign up to become an Insider to receive updates from the people who know DTPHX best. Also on the website, learn about upcoming events, things to do, information about living in Phoenix, information about doing business in Phoenix, and general information about DPI. There is also news and media about Phoenix on the website. Some of the traditional events include the Wellness Fair, Urban Wine Walk, StoryWalk, Lotería, DTPHX Hallows' Eve, PJs in the Park, and Winter Wanderland just to name a few. I look forward to continuing my relationship with DPI and seeing what else is on the horizon in Downtown Phoenix.

    The downtown area can be quite hectic at times, especially when there are events, concerts, or…read moregames going on. Expect to pay for parking unless it's the weekend, and definitely pay close attention to the signage--there are a lot of one-way streets, no-parking zones, and no turns on red. During major events, parking garages can charge up to $40. Some people do opt out to use rideshare services and or the train as well to avoid all of the traffic and expensive parking especially on days when they have events and or concerts and or people do get dropped off and catch a ride share. The area is home to the basketball and baseball stadiums, along with plenty of restaurants, shops, and entertainment options. You can easily use Google or Yelp to search for places that fit what you're looking for, as there's a wide variety to choose from. Many spots are within walking distance, and strolling around at night is especially enjoyable--it's beautiful with all the lights, music, and lively atmosphere.

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    Downtown Phoenix - Mortgage Matchup Center

    Mortgage Matchup Center

    Downtown Phoenix
    Downtown Phoenix

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