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The European Citizens
Brussels, Belgium
13 urban art sculptures by artist Susanne Boerner are located outside the European Commission building in Brussels.
Researchable question: What do the 13 sculptures represent?
Essential question: How does art reflect culture?
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Murals
Chillicothe, Missouri, USA
25 outdoor murals feature the history of Chillicothe, Home of Sliced Bread.
Researchable question: How do the murals celebrate the community's history?
Essential question: How does art reflect culture?
Learn more with related content: Mural Map
Murals
Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, USA
The mural art in Philadelphia is designed to impact change in communities.
Researchable question: How is a mural painted?
Essential question: How might art start a movement of change in a community?
Learn more with related content: Art Ignites Change: 35 Years of Impact
BoatHenge
Columbia, Missouri, USA
Perhaps inspired by Stonehenge, BoatHenge is a collection of painted boats along the Katy Trail, which is along the Missouri River, and was made by anonymous artists.
Researchable question: How is BoatHenge like Stonehenge?
Essential question: How does art reflect culture?
Learn more with related content: BoatHenge: Like Stonehenge but with boats and oodles more charm
Peace Symbol
Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, USA
Welded from stainless steel in 1967 by David Linguist and located on the campus of the University of Pennsylvania
Researchable question: How was the peace symbol invented?
Essential question: How does the symbolism of art change when displayed in nature?
Learn more with related content: Peace Symbol
Sidewalk Tile
Nassau, Bahamas
Smile, Mon! image inlaid in concrete on the sidewalk in Nassau, Bahamas.
Researchable question: What are some phrases that are common in the Bahamas?
Essential question: How does art reflect a culture?
Learn more with related content: Infographic: Talk Like a Bahamian, Island Terms and Phrases
Red Dresses for Women's Heart Health
Kansas City, Missouri, USA
Women's Heart Health Month is celebrated in February at St. Luke's Hospital on the Plaza with Red Dress art.
Researchable question: How do red dresses support heart health awareness?
Essential question: How does art show what a culture values?
Learn more with related content: Saint Luke's Muriel I. Kauffman Women's Heart Center
Frogs Playing Chess
Nilambur, India
Frogs play chess in the rain at the Teak Museum in Nilambur, India.
Researchable question: What is teak?
Essential question: How does art evoke emotion?
Learn more with related content: Teak Museum
Metal Sculptures
San Antonio, Texas, USA
Metal sculptures of a skeleton, a frog playing guitar, and a pink flamingo in the Pearl District of San Antonio, Texas
Researchable question: How are metal sculptures made?
Essential question: How does art reflect local culture?
Learn more with related content: San Antonio Displays More Than 100 Sculptures by Artist Sebastian
Topiary-Like Plant Structures
Atlanta, Georgia, USA
Imaginary Worlds themed topiary-like plant structures
Researchable question: How does this art reflect literature in nature?
Essential question: How does art reflect culture?
Learn more with related content: Imaginary Worlds: Alice in Wonderland
Artist-Modified Do Not Enter Sign
London, England
A "do not enter" sign has been altered with stickers by the artist, Clet Abraham
Researchable question: How was the sign modified?
Essential question: Is graffiti art?
Learn more with related content: Graffiti Facts for Kids
Want to learn more about outdoor art?
Check out these websites.
Land Art
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Land Art from Above - Google Earth Tour
Public Art
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26 of the Most Fascinating Public Sculptures from Architectural Digest
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20+ Places to Find Spectacular Public Art Around the US from My Modern Met
Street Art
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10 Breathtaking Murals From Around the World from The Travel
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Incredible Street Murals Around the World You Have to See from Thrilllist
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17 of the Best-Designed Street Murals in the World from Architectural Digest
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Street Art: Explore the Stories Behind the Art from Google Art Projects