What’s New
There’s a new Artists Thru the Years up featuring Stan Huncilman.
Let’s Play Sculpture Trail Jeopardy. Play by yourself, or with others
There’s a new quiz on sculptures in the Trail. Do you know our sculptures?
There’s a new Pictorial on crowds showing people enjoying the Trail.
Artist Highlights
Every month we add artist highlights to the Sculpture Gallery. Check back to view the latest!
Derrick by Sculpture Jam. Derrick’s anthropomorphic body is welded perforated angle iron with a rusty finish. It holds up a functional solar panel. At night, there is a very leisurely spiral projected onto the ground, referencing a drilling action. This sculpture references old-timey old derricks. But, it holds up a solar panel which powers its piercing red eyes and … more
Residents and tourists alike applaud the fact that Cloverdale’s small town charm is now updated with sophisticated sculptural diversity unmatched in Sonoma County. Each year the streets are lined with an array of playful and provocative sculptures. The 2020-2022 Cloverdale Trail has on exhibit 19 sculptures by respected sculptors. What better way to spark your Imagination than with this impressive exhibit of public art?
Located 80 miles north of San Francisco, Cloverdale is nestled among gently rolling hills and lush vineyards at the top of the renowned Alexander Valley. Its older homes, tree-lined neighborhoods and friendly residents give the town a small town character to be experienced. The walkable Cloverdale Sculpture Trail is in downtown Cloverdale. Download the printable map and enjoy the Trail.
J. Rickards Vineyard in Cloverdale
Sculpture by David Mudgett
What is Public Art?
Read About The Sculpture Trail ProcessIt’s public! Everyone has access to public art. It’s directly in the public sphere and not confined to galleries or museums. It enriches Cloverdale’s physical environments, bringing streetscapes to life. It also adds enormous value to the cultural, aesthetic and economic vitality of a community. Public art contributes to a community’s identity, fosters community pride and a sense of belonging, and enhances the quality of life for its residents and visitors.
Sculpture by Cynthia Handle
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