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Goldman-Kuenz Sculpture Park

2600 Richview Rd., Mount Vernon, IL 62864

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A premier destinations for large-scale outdoor sculpture in the Midwest. We currently feature 73 sculptures, establishing the sculpture park as one of the largest in the Midwest.

Thoughtfully placed throughout the park's 80 acres, we feature artists of international stature, including many local and regional artists. Some of the featured artists are John Kearney, Fletcher Benton, Alexander Lieberman, Chakaia Booker, Bob Emser, Deborah Masuoka, Tom Orr, Harry Gordon, Patrick McDonald, and Josh Garber.

In 1983, Cedarhurst commissioned its first outdoor sculpture, Cedarhurst One by Robert Youngman. The pale white, rectilinear column is suggestive of an archaeological sample and marks the entrance to the park, museum, and art center. In 1994, Cedarhurst commissioned Kimball by Chicago sculptor John Kearney. Constructed from obsolete automobile bumpers, Kimball the horse, has become an icon of the arts center and a visitor favorite.

The mission of the Goldman-Kuenz Sculpture Park is to promote an understanding and appreciation of contemporary sculpture for all people. The Goldman-Kuenz Sculpture Park presents the work of well-respected, career artists, as well as emerging sculptors. The sculpture park offers our communities and visitors an immersive art experience and the sculptures represent a variety of styles and media, including bronze, steel, stone, wood, concrete and mixed media.

What's happening nearby...

Market Days Flea Market and Vendor Fair

Veterans Memorial Park •  May 11 @ 8AM

Find something unique and affordable! Enjoy a different theme each month!

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Run For The Wall

Mt. Vernon Outland Airport •  May 21 @ 12noon

Hundreds of riders will stop in Mt. Vernon to refuel and then proceed to the Mt. Vernon Airport for a donated luncheon from area businesses.

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Mt. Vernon Brewers Festival

Downtown Mt. Vernon 9th St. •  Jun 01 @ 12noon

This is a 21 and over event, 9th & Casey Avenue, Mt. Vernon, IL

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