Art in the Open

Art in the Open

Take a Look!

Lawrence offers many ways to see and experience art, including one of the largest collections of public art in the Midwest. From painted murals to largerthan-life cast bronzes, from formed concrete structures to intricate mosaics, you’ll find a little bit of everything just by taking a look around.

For a complete list of public art in Lawrence, see www.visitlawrence.com.

top left: Moses (detail), Elden Tefft bottom left: Totem (detail), Barry Coffin top right: Confluence, Dan Rockhill bottom right: Keepers of Our Universe (detail), Elden Tefft

on the cover: Freeform (detail), Stephen Johnson The Flame, Lin Emery Pollinators (detail), Dave Loewenstein Confluence (detail), Dan Rockhill Photography by Earl Richardson

Tour A: North and West DRIVE TIME: APPROXIMATELY 35 MINUTES

Experience a showcase of Lawrence’s eclectic culture in works that celebrate the community’s history and heritage.

Keepers of Our Universe, Elden Tefft

From the Ashes (detail), Jim Brothers

A1

From the Ashes Jim Brothers, 2004 Lawrence Visitor Center/Union Pacific Depot 402 N. 2nd Street

This half-human, half-Phoenix figure speaks of the mythical bird’s unique connection to Lawrence history.

A2

Mobility Shellie Bender, 1996 Lawrence Visitor Center/Union Pacific Depot 402 N. 2nd Street

The circle symbolizes the site’s purposes — originally as transportation center, now as gathering place.

6 A

Totem Barry Coffin, 1993 McDonald Drive, south of Rockledge Road in median

A3

Keepers of Our Universe Elden Tefft and Kansas Sculpture Association, 1980s Burcham Park, 2nd and Indiana Streets

Pointing to the heavens, the sculpture represents diversity and unity in welcoming people to Lawrence.

This figure depicts both male and female human forms.

A4

Mosaic Jan Gaumnitz & Cathy Tisdale, 1999 Bert Nash Community Mental Health Center (INSIDE) 200 Maine Street

7 A

Whales Joe Skeeba, 2000 Indoor Aquatic Center/Free State High School (INSIDE) 4700 Overland Drive

The portrayal of an adult whale and calf swimming together complements the fun family atmosphere.

Ribbon-like hands find their way to human figures in need of support and healing.

A5

Tres Manos Steve Richardson, 1999 Bert Nash Community Mental Health Center (INSIDE) 200 Maine Street

8 A

Swimmers Mark Lemair, 2000 Indoor Aquatic Center/Free State High School 4700 Overland Drive

The sky becomes ocean for these swimming shapes that act as banners to celebrate the sport.

An oasis-like sculpture and fountain present a symbolic gesture of strength, knowledge and nourishment.

Tour B: South and West DRIVE TIME: APPROXIMATELY 45 MINUTES

Enjoy these works that call attention to elements of nature through a rich variety of media — bronze, concrete, granite, paint and wood.

A Thousand Miles Away (detail), Dave Loewenstein

4 B

In Good Standing Amidst the Powers that Be Ardys Ramberg & Missy McCoy, 2002 Cottin’s Hardware, 1832 Massachusetts Street

This mural pays tribute to a tree that once stood at Rhode Island Street between 7th and 8th Streets.

B5

Improvisation Jon Havener, 1990 23rd and Massachusetts Streets (northeast corner)

The granite vertical slab is a backdrop to a beautiful natural form, recalling struggle and triumph in historic Lawrence.

6 B

A Thousand Miles Away Dave Loewenstein, 2001 Cordley Elementary School 1837 Vermont Street (north side of building)

1 B

Hedge Hog House Christopher Fennel, relocated 2007 South Park, 1130 Massachusetts Street

This wooden, tree-like archway offers a whimsical entrance to the park.

2 B

Band Stand and Gazebo Unknown, 1906 South Park, 1130 Massachusetts Street

Home to the Lawrence City Band’s Summer Concerts in the Park, the wooden structure was built by Buch’s Military Band.

3 B

Roosevelt Fountain Unknown, 1910 South Park, 1130 Massachusetts Street

The mural depicts Lizzie, a runaway slave, and Rev. Richard Cordley and his wife who hid her at their home in 1859.

President Theodore Roosevelt was present for the dedication of this granite fountain at the intersection of New Hampshire and Warren (now 9th) Streets in August 1910. It was moved to its current location in 1965.

B7

Monument to Firefighters Benjamin Victor, 2007 Fire Station No. 5, 1911 Stewart Street

This eight-foot bronze shows a firefighter prepared for battle.

8 B

Buffalo Kansas Sculpture Association Stone Symposium, 1988 Clinton Parkway & Lawrence Avenue (northwest corner)

Neighbors decorate this stone-crafted Buffalo for holidays.

9 B

Beacon Gail Simpson & Aristotle Georgiades, 2007 Fire Station No. 4, 2121 Wakarusa Drive

This representation of a fireman’s ladder, topped with a firehouse bell, is lighted at night.

Monument to Firefighters (detail), Benjamin Victor

Tour C: South and East DRIVE TIME: APPROXIMATELY 35 MINUTES

Admire the various ways in which artists convey strength in these works — through subjects, materials and craftsmanship.

1 C

The Mighty Steel Wedge Jason Lumetta, 1998 19th & Barker Streets roundabout

This work of steel was gifted through the Arts Commission’s annual Downtown Outdoor Sculpture Exhibition.

2 C

The East Lawrence Waltz Dave Loewenstein, 2004 Hobbs Park, 11th & Delaware Streets

The mural on the outside of the baseball stadium, created in time for Lawrence’s sesquicentennial celebration, depicts the diverse history of East Lawrence.

3 C

Synchronicity/Mosaic Benches Dave Loewenstein & Amy Carlson, 1997 East Lawrence Recreation Center, 1245 E. 15th Street

This installation with urban flair addresses the present and future of Lawrence youth.

4 C

Suspended Sculpture Ardys Ramberg, 1997 East Lawrence Recreation Center, 1245 E. 15th Street

The sculpture personifies the wind as it fills the sails of an individual aspiring to achieve.

5 C

Vestibule and Clerestory Glass Kathy Barnard, 1997 East Lawrence Recreation Center (INSIDE) 1245 E. 15th Street

Colorful, undulating ribbons are captured in a moment of energetic spontaneity. Though diverse in size and color, they coexist in freeform beauty.

Halcyon, Dan Rockhill

Synchronicity/Mosaic Benches (detail), Dave Loewenstein & Amy Carlson

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Halcyon Dan Rockhill, 2001 Fire Station No. 2, 2128 Harper Street

This freestanding installation is a strong, fitting accessory to convey protection, adaptation and vision.

7 C

Occurrence Jon Havener, 1988 Prairie Park Nature Center, 2730 Harper Street

With more curves than corners to remind us of “bend, not break” tenacity, this representation of wild prairie grasses reflects the independent spirit of Kansans.

Tour D: Downtown DRIVE TIME: APPROXIMATELY 45 MINUTES

Downtown Lawrence is alive with art, thanks to permanent installations such as these listed here as well as the Outdoor Downtown Sculpture Exhibition, which changes each year. Learn about Lawrence and its people and culture as expressed by these artists.

Pollinators (detail), Dave Loewenstein

D6

Freeform Stephen Johnson, 2004 6th & Massachusetts Streets (southwest corner)

Shapes from letters in the word “free” are twisted and turned to honor Lawrence’s fiery history and its people.

7 D

Confluence Dan Rockhill, 1993 Watson Park 6th Street between Kentucky and Tennessee Streets

A grate-like platform acts as ground level with the viewer’s perspective originating from below. The work’s industrial/ agrarian spirit welcomes visitors to modern-day Lawrence.

8 D

Emergence Kansas Sculpture Association Stone Symposium, 2002 Watson Park 7th Street between Kentucky and Tennessee Streets

This conceptual piece has a hint of the biomorphic.

9 D

Mosaic Wall Steve Smith, 1999 Outdoor Aquatic Center 700 block of Kentucky Street

1 D

The Flame Lin Emery, 1980s City Hall, 6th & Massachusetts Streets

This work commemorates lives lost during Quantrill’s Raid.

2 D

Pollinators Dave Loewenstein, 2007 New Hampshire Street between 8th & 9th Streets (east side)

This mural features the images of seven influential black artists with roots in Kansas.

3 D

Red Dancer Jan Gaumnitz, donated by the artist in 2011 Lawrence Arts Center, 940 New Hampshire Street

The work represents the need for balance before reaching upward to the next level.

Blue tiles give a subtle allusion to fun in the sun and water.

4 D

Celebration of Cultures Dave Loewenstein, 1995 East side breezeway Middle of 800 block of Massachusetts Street

D10

Untitled John Parker Lawrence Senior Center, 745 Vermont Street

Many hands releasing doves of peace symbolize diversity.

The artist’s sculptures stem from a lifelong interest in nature.

5 D

Guardians of the Arts Dave Loewenstein, 1993 (restored 2012) East side breezeway Middle of 700 block of Massachusetts

D11

Seeds Dave Loewenstein, 1996 Cork & Barrel, 9th & Mississippi Streets

The mural depicts a desire to protect and preserve the arts.

This mural was created when the building housed the Lawrence Community Mercantile Coop.

Tour E: The Campuses DRIVE TIME: APPROXIMATELY 1 HOUR

Explore art in the open at the University of Kansas and Haskell Indian Nations University. See www.spencerart.ku.edu and www.haskell.edu for details about these and other works. Use this QR code to link to the Spencer Museum of Art guide by cell tour.

Peace Pole and Garden of Healing

E5

Alumni Jayhawk/The Kansas Jayhawk Peter Fillerup, 1983 Adams Alumni Center, 1266 Oread Avenue

This Jayhawk strides aggressively forward, beak lifted high.

E6

Seventh Decade Garden, Louise Nevelson, 1971 Spencer Museum of Art, 1301 Mississippi Street

The artist created this work in the seventh decade of her life.

E7

Interstate 70, Richard Hollander, 1970 Marvin Grove, 1450 Memorial Drive

Discs and bars represent the experience of highway travel.

1 E

Jayhawk/Academic Jay, Elden Tefft, 1958 Strong Hall, 1450 Jayhawk Boulevard

This bronze speaks to the university’s academic strength.

2 E

Uncle Jimmy Green, Daniel Chester French, 1924 Lippincott Hall, 1410 Jayhawk Boulevard

8 E

Korean Cranes Rising (Korean War Memorial) Jon Havener, 2005 Memorial Drive

Jimmy Green was the first dean of the KU Law School.

Cranes represent four nations involved in the Korean Conflict.

3 E

The Pioneer, Frederick C. Hibbard, 1904 1532 Lilac Lane (near Chancellor’s Residence)

E9

Tai Chi, Ju Ming, 1985 Green Hall, 1535 W. 15th Street

This was the first sculpture located on the KU campus.

This sculpture represents strength, power and balance.

4 E

Moses, Elden Tefft, 1982 Smith Hall, 1300 Oread Avenue

10 E

Phog Allen, Dr. Kwan Wu, 1997 Allen Fieldhouse, 1651 Naismith Drive

Moses looks at an image of the burning bush in the window.

Phog Allen was at the helm of Kansas basketball for 39 years.

11 E

Icarus, Charles Umlauf Nichols Hall, 2335 Irving Hill Road

This was inspired by the myth of Daedalus and his son, Icarus.

2 E1

Peace Pole and Garden of Healing Haskell Cultural Center, 155 Indian Avenue

The Peace Pole, a gift of the World Peace Prayer Society, is inscribed in four languages and sits in a garden constructed

by Haskell instructor Chuck Haines and botany students.

13 E

Totem, Mt. Edgecumbe, Alaska High School, 1965 Stidham Union, 155 Indian Avenue

This totem was presented the year the Union was dedicated.

Seventh Decade Garden (detail), Louise Nevelson

There’s More!

Art makes an impact on many levels.

It can tell an important story, share a piece of culture and bring people together to appreciate the talent of an artist.

The Outdoor Downtown Sculpture Exhibition is an annual juried exhibition of sculpture founded by Jim Patti in 1987. The changing works in the exhibition are anchored by two permanents pieces of public art from the City of Lawrence’s collection at Massachusetts and 6th Streets (The Flame by Lin Emery, 1981, and Freeform by Stephen Johnson, 2004). Each year, the Downtown Lawrence streetscape evolves with an assortment of loaned work submitted by artists working in Lawrence and across the nation. For more details, see www.visitlawrence.com.

Lawrence’s Percent for Art Program designates up to 2% of the annual cost of all capital improvements to be set aside for installation of public art. See more at www.lawrenceks.org.

These installations in public spaces enrich our shared experiences with immediate access to art for the community of Lawrence and its visitors.

top: Swimmers, Mark Lemair above: The Pioneer (detail), Frederick C. Hibbard bottom: Vestibule and Clerestory Glass (reflected), Kathy Barnard

top: Totem at Stidham Union (detail), artist unknown below: Phog Allen, Dr. Kwan Wu bottom: Occurrence (detail), Jon Havener

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