Prescott Guide introduces you to the eclectic art at the Prescott Public Library in Prescott

Prescott Guide invites you to experience eclectic art exhibits at the Prescott Library, and all the amenities Prescott has to offer
Have you heard about the public art exhibit in Prescott? Our beautiful town is home to many wondrous sights and sounds. You can explore the rich history, hike the natural wonders that are in our backyard, peruse seemingly endless boutique shops, and experience the entertainment and arts that happen throughout the city. With everything that is going on, you may not have heard that the Prescott Public Library is home to delightful pieces of eclectic art. Prescott Guide wants you to know about this unique gem tucked away in Prescott’s ever-growing creative community.

Paintings

  • In front of the main entrance, running a significant length of the sidewalk, you can see the history of the world beneath your feet created by Fran Wildman.
  • If you come in through the south entrance, you will not be able to miss the large mural titled “Beyond Words” which was created by 800 members of the Prescott community.
  • Just inside the main entrance across from the study rooms, you will find a historic painting entitled “The Walker Party” which was created by well-known artist George Phippen.

Sculptures

  • One of the most noticeable sculptures, which is located on the north side of the library near the main entrance, is a large bike rack in the image of a rattlesnake created by Mark Riemer.
  • Perched on the wall behind the rattlesnake bike rack sits a life-size bronze mountain lion that was sculpted by Jesse Homoki.
  • One of our favorite sculptures was created by Heather Johnson Beary. A horned lizard called the “Library Lizard” sits peacefully in front of the library reading a book.

Native Culture

  • Inside the library located above the water fountain, you will find two Yaqui and Mayo Pascola masks which were presented to the Prescott-Caborca Sister City Committee.
  • You can read each description for the 29 Katsinam located in cases in the upstairs area. These pieces were donated by Gardner Single and Ed Long.

The library may not be the first place you think of for charming pieces of creative work, but that is what makes Prescott so unique. If you are new to Prescott or if you are interested in learning more about our great community, you can read more informative articles by Prescott Guide at http://www.prescottguide.com.

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