Museum, but open air
Just outside of Rhyolite, Nevada, a spectacular ghost town off the road leading to Death Valley, California, a group of prominent Belgian artists, led by the late Albert Szukalski, created a self-described art situation consisting of seven outdoor sculptures that are colossal not only in their scale but in their placement within the vast upper Mojave desert.
Why Open Air?
For Albert Szukalski, “America” and “The West” represented a place of ultimate freedom where he had permission to pursue his artistic vision unfettered by historical precedent or convention.
Permanent Art
The Goldwell Open Air Museum is private property and it has a great variety of permanent artworks on display for everyone to enjoy and see.
Goldwell Art Residency
We are proud to announce the Goldwell Artist Residency will be reinstated in 2025.
From 2006 - 2014, Goldwell offered an artist residency and artist workspace programs in the nearby Red Barn Art Center. Goldwell is and will remain a serene place of solitude for those who seek adventure in their art making amongst a spectacular and challenging landscape.
Copyright Information
The Goldwell Open Air Museum is private property and its artworks on display are protected by copyright. Non-commercial photography for personal use is permitted at any time. Commercial photography, film and video recording requires permission from the property owners.
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