The Bad, The Rad, and The Sad: A Guided Tour of DTLA's Public Art
Schedule
Sat Jan 11 2025 at 11:00 am to 01:00 pm
UTC-08:00Location
Downtown Los Angeles | Los Angeles, CA
About this Event
LA River Arts | www.LARiverArts.org
The Bad, The Rad, and The Sad: A Guided Tour of DTLA's Public Art
Join us for a guided tour of the best, worst, and most overlooked public artworks in DTLA with LA River Arts' executive director, Jenna Didier! Together, we'll dive into the artistic landscape of this historic area, learn the stories of each piece, and engage with our creative community in all corners of downtown. Whether you're an artist, an art enthusiast, or just looking for an opportunity to explore the area, this tour will offer you a unique perspective on public art and the city. Don't miss this journey into the heart of LA's public art scene!
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IMPORTANT DETAILS:
- Rain or Shine
- Maps/ Directions and More Details will be sent to participants after registration.
- Individual Tours are $29 - buy at $35 to help us offer reduced rate community tickets for low-income guests.
- All tours include a 5% Land Usage Fee. Funds from this fee cover compensation for a Tribal Elder or Culture Bearer to accompany most walks. Information about Land Usage Fees.
- Refunds are available as credit for an alternate tour.
- By attending a LA River Arts event, you accept our terms of service.
- Visit www.LARiverArts.org for more details and stay tuned for surprises along the LA River's winding path.
River Sessions are guided site visits and walks to experience art, culture, and place along the 51 miles of the LA River. In the spirit of Hyonaayn’ar--a Tongva word that means both teacher and student--participants will learn about the River’s ephemeral histories and imagine it’s ecological futures, all while exploring diverse and dynamic cultural responses to the watershed.
Watch this 10min documentary featuring our three Indigenous Advisors whose artist residency on the River culminated with : A
Each month we conduct creative field research with artists, Indigenous Culture Bearers and local experts. Look for surprises around the bend!
SUPPORT LARA!!!
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I wish you would
walk with me here
more often—
--Lewis MacAdams, The River: Book One
Where is it happening?
Downtown Los Angeles, 317 S Broadway, Los Angeles, United StatesEvent Location & Nearby Stays:
USD 32.78 to USD 55.20
