The Avenue of Light features six iconic sculptures spanning approximately 1/2 mile along Fort Worth’s reclaimed historic Lancaster Avenue. The stainless steel sculptures that tower 36 feet high are located along the median from Lamar Street to Main/Commerce Street. The city of Fort Worth reclaimed historic Lancaster Avenue which was previously situated beneath an elevated portion of Interstate 30 until the freeway was relocated in 2001. Primary to this relocation was the preservation of several striking classical and Art Deco buildings.
The sculpture is inspired by the nearby Texas & Pacific Terminal’s Art Deco architectural details that were then interpreted into plates that are used to construct the sculptures. The sculptures, that twist and stretch into powerful and graceful forms, are at once opaque and transparent, depending upon the viewer’s position. In daylight, the brushed stainless steel surfaces play with reflection and refraction of natural light. From dusk until dawn, the volumes of the sculptures are illuminated with programmed energy efficient LED colored lights that highlight their dynamic nature. The Avenue of Light sculptures are beacons for the historic Lancaster Avenue and herald the development of this emerging district in the city.
UPDATE
“Avenue of Light is currently offline and undergoing maintenance.
The installation is managed through the City’s public art program, and the appropriate teams are working to address the issue and restore functionality. At this time, there is no confirmed timeline for completion, but updates will be shared as they become available.
We appreciate your understanding and patience as this work is completed. Please feel free to reach out with any questions at talkto@artsfortworth.org”
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