“Loveliest of lovely things are they
on earth that soonest pass away.
The rose that lives its little hour
is prized beyond the sculptured flower.”
~ William Cullen Bryant
“Loveliest of lovely things are they
on earth that soonest pass away.
The rose that lives its little hour
is prized beyond the sculptured flower.”
~ William Cullen Bryant
“It is not hard to understand
modern art. If it hangs on a wall,
it’s a painting, and if you can
walk around it, it’s a sculpture.”
~ Tom Stoppard
Just outside the Bow Tower on the plaza in East Village is a gigantic head of a young girl. Could it be Alice with her vibrant dreams and curious mind? This specially designed bent-wire sculpture is one of Calgary’s 56 art pieces located all over the downtown area. Open doorways at the base of the neck make it possible to “get inside her head” for a special vantage point. Check out the architectural curve of the enormous skyscraper. It’s amazing! The Calgary Downtown Association has brochures online showing the location of all 56 art pieces. The self-guided walking tour will keep you mesmerized. Art enthusiasts, locals, tourists, and curiosity seekers won’t want to miss this unmatched opportunity.