Mystery Library Art Lawrence, KS
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Have you ever visited Lawrence, Kansas? If you haven’t, it truly deserves a spot on your travel wishlist. In fact, it is famously known as a major college town and stands as the proud home of the University of Kansas (Rock Chalk, Jayhawks!).
A College Town with a Small-Town Heart
Of course, one of the things I love most about Lawrence is its unique atmosphere. It has a wonderful small-town feel that actually completely exceeds its population size. For instance, if you are looking for a scenic travel destination, the University campus itself offers a gorgeous attraction filled with historic architecture and vibrant landscapes.
Furthermore, beyond the university gates, Lawrence boasts a community that deeply breathes and celebrates creativity. Consequently, the city regularly exhibits beautiful art throughout its public spaces and streets.
In particular, the featured image at the top of this post highlights just one fascinating example of this public art.
Can you see what it is?
Take a close look at the image above; each side of this unique structure is shown. If you can figure out what it represents or what it even is, please let me know in the comments!
It’s an incredible puzzle of a structure. There is no door, there are no windows, and it’s definitely not a drop box to return library books.
I took these pictures about a year ago when the art piece was newly placed directly in front of the public library. It was a striking, contemporary addition that really made you pause, look closer, and think.
But here is where the story takes a sudden, mysterious turn…
When Art Vanishes Overnight
However, today as I drove past the library, I looked over to admire it. Suddenly the art was completely gone (every single brick)!
Did the city simply remove a temporary installation at the end of its run? Did the organizers move it to another corner of Lawrence to surprise a new neighborhood? Or did it instead vanish as quickly as it arrived? Ultimately, public art beautifully changes our daily landscape, and its absence leaves a noticeable void.
Join the Conversation: Did you ever get a chance to see this piece in person? Do you know the artist, or do you perhaps have a theory on what it represents and where it went? Drop a comment below and let’s solve this Mystery Library Art together!
Until next time, keep capturing the little moments and hidden mysteries all around you.
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All the best,.
Debra Ellen
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Mystery Library Art Lawrence, KS
Is if a chimney. I’ve not seen this before.
That’s a good guess! It sure had me wondering.
Dear Debra. Never been to Kansas or the USA…therefore never seen this art. Looks nice…and very astonishing that it has vanished over night.
have a good time and holiday greetings from Italy
Violetta
Yep. One day here and the next gone. Poof!
Italy, did you hear the violins playing? Sure enjoyed your travel pictures. Safe travels!
All the best.
Good morning, I have only passed through Kansas on a road trip. The brick art is definitely a mystery. Hopefully you will discovery the rest of the story. Wishing you a lovely week!
Hi, Pam. Indeed a mystery 🙂
All the best.
Now, that little feature sliding from one side to the other is cool! But, I have no idea what this is. Perhaps, it’s the artist’s portrayal of a beloved homestead. It’s now gone because it was never meant to be permanent as we are all impermanent? I’m just using my docent hat and thinking of contemporary art and artists. I hope you can discover the answer to this mystery.
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I thought the same about the sliding before and after shot. I’ve been wanting to use it for a while 🙂
You do have a point about thinking to think like the artists.
All the best.
Without any doors or windows or slits built in I’m a bit stumped as to what it was supposed to be… it reminds me of the shape and size of the old dog houses that used to be all around when I was growing up (though they were never made of brick!).
My son works at the library. He asked a co-worker if the city had any links to the art and where it went. If I get any information, it will definitely be shared!
All the best.
That is indeed a mystery, Debra. I’m also curious about the paw prints on the bricks (or whatever those indentations are)! Do you live in Lawrence? (Asking because I live in Olathe!)
Hi, Lois. Lawrence is the town I grew up in. Graduated from Lawrence High School. My parents live there as well as my son. My husband and I moved north about 25 miles. I’m in Lawrence about every day of the week, visiting parents or son 🙂 It’s nice meeting a blogger so close to me! Getting a coke or coffee one day would be fun!
Thanks for stopping in today!
Have a fun weekend.
All the best.
They are memorial cenotaphs for old loyal dogs… Next time, put some flowers beside them 😉 Thanks for taking part in the “My Sunday Best” meme.
Did you solve the mystery?! I’m off to Google memorial cenotaphs.
I enjoy participating in your ‘My Sunday Best’.
Have a fun week.
All the best.