KAC’s online Public Art Map can be accessed at home or in person with sculptures on view throughout St. Joseph and Benton Harbor. At each sculpture, QR codes will take you to the map, where you’ll find details about the artists, inspirations, and processes that contributed to some of the artwork in our community, plus links to videos, articles, and conversation starters.
For an interactive tour with select artworks from downtown St. Joseph, download the printable Sculpture Scavenger Hunt. The walkable, bikeable tour encourages group exploration of artworks located at the Margaret B. Upton Arboretum, Silver Beach County Park, and Krasl Art Center. It is designed to get you moving, thinking, and talking about art.
Whether you are seeking a creative outlet, a place to relax, or a site that connects you to the community, Krasl Art Center’s campus is a dynamic, inclusive outdoor space that engages with the arts, nature, and you.
A specially commissioned sculpture by artist Richard Hunt, Rising Crossing Tides, welcomes you to the campus which includes rotating displays of contemporary sculpture and interactive art installations. You are invited to lounge in our outdoor plazas, complete with wifi and charging stations, or take a seat on the site’s custom bench that wraps around the outdoor lawn and features artwork inspired by Olga Krasl. Large blue blocks may be found on most sunny days for all ages to play with, and regularly scheduled community programs and events are sure to inspire you.
KAC’s campus reflects the vision of our benefactors George and Olga Krasl to, “make life more worthwhile.” It is a space where all are welcome and all are invited to enjoy.
KAC is committed to public art and sculpture. As of 2020, KAC holds 57 artworks in its collection including sculptures, sculpture-related drawings, and maquettes (small-scale models for larger artworks). Thirty of these artworks are located outdoors on the KAC campus and throughout the community. Through public placements, the sculptures create unique sites, instill community pride, and reflect the value of the arts and culture in Southwest Michigan. KAC’s Sculpture Map highlights sculptures from the collection, as well as artworks for temporary display. Use it to explore public art online and in person.