Public Art
Beacon
“Beacon,” by Seattle-based artist Steve Gardner, is a laser-cut aluminum and fused glass work of art installed within the west façade of the Fire Station 35 building. The artwork was inspired by the Denver Fire Department’s connection and service to the airport and its passengers. The $200,000 project was paid for via the City and …
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Woven Light
Comprised of accoya wood and dichroic glass, Woven Light acts as an outdoor room which constantly changes throughout the day depending on light and shadow. It is an artwork in which people of all ages and abilities may quietly experience the beauty of Colorado’s natural light and surroundings.
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César E. Chávez: Labor Leader and Civil Rights Activist
This bust is located in the North Denver park named for César E. Chávez, a leader in the struggle for human and civil rights for farmworkers, and an instrumental player in establishing the United Farm Workers Union, a victory for a group of working class people who had historically been abandoned by law. “We cannot …
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Sing and Glide
“Rivers flow not past, but through us; tingling, vibrating, exciting every cell and fiber in our bodies, making them sing and glide.” John Muir Artist’s Statement: “Confluence park brings together two rivers, the South Platte and Cherry Creek. It is also an urban park, a place where nature and city life are married; Fifteenth Street …
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Aegis
Architecturally integrated artwork on the facade of the Carla Madison Recreation Center.
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Luminous Wind
Luminous Wind is a 27’ tall sculpture inspired by innovation, energy and the natural environment. Constructed from environmentally activated materials, the 952 prismatic clear acrylic rods within the piece reflect and refract sunlight during the day and radiate out from a stainless-steel geodesic sphere that is set on a tripod of stainless-steel columns. At night, …
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Bows
Artist Patrick Marold used stone and steel to create arching lines of light and space, complementing and enhancing how the public sees and engages with the landscape. With additional funding from The Park People, this artwork at Cranmer Park was created to enhance the panoramic perspectives of the front range and sky. Located on the …
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Bravery In Arms
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Untitled (orange and blue)
*Artwork Currently Not on View for Restoration* The artist, Gerald Cross, joined the CU-Boulder faculty in 1960, as an instructor of design in the fine arts, architecture and environmental design departments. In 1966, he was named head of the design program. His silkscreen graphic prints were featured in a solo show on campus and he …
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La Veleta / The Weathervane
“La Veleta” is a playful depiction of seven animal faces composed of colorful mosaic tiles stacked forty feet high, much like a totem pole. The seven animals; a bear, a lynx, a fox, a mountain lion, an owl, a ram and a snake, symbolize the diverse ecosystems found in Colorado as well as the diversity …