Public Arts
SOUTHERN NEVADA LAW ENFORCEMENT MEMORIAL
REACH
OCTOSTEAM SCULPTURE
ANCESTRAL GATEWAY
A 26ft tall statue made of aluminum and steel frame with led illumination.
Each component of the statue has significance. The three towers represent the federal, state, and local levels of law enforcement. On top of each pillar rests an illuminated eternal flame to remind law enforcement of their lost comrades. Centered bellow these flames is an eagle with a 9ft wingspan that embodies the guardian of the country. The statue was placed over the hill facing east over the valley to represent protection over Las Vegas. On its wings is a quote stating “In valor there is hope.” The talons of the eagle grip a shield, a badge of honor worn by officers, which is enveloped within the American flag. A thin blue light wraps around the slate base, representing the thin blue line.
Installed in May of 2009
Located in the Policemen Memorial Park
3250 Metro Academy Way
Las Vegas, NV 89129
Team of artist: Adolfo Gonzalez, Daye Adelaja, Denise R. Duarte, Sylvester Collier, and Vicki Richardson
A 19ft tall and 1” thick organic form complex rolled steel sculpture. Custom two toned harlequin paint with graphics.
Shaped as if it were two arms reaching for the stars, the graphics depict silhouettes of people reaching. Due to the paint used, it changes color depending on the angle you are viewing it from. The concept came when the team of four artist came together and wanted to tell a story of a community who is always striving to better themselves…
Reaching for your dreams,
Reaching your goals,
Reaching to make a difference in your life.
Installed July of 2009
Located at William U. Pearson Community Center
1625 W. Carey
North Las Vegas, NV 89032
This sculpture is 9ft tall and 30ft long.
Adolfo Gonzalez was one of ten artist that were selected by the Clark County Art Commission to create an art piece for mediums (street dividers) throughout Las Vegas, NV.
The artist chose to create a steampunk piece to capture the attention of on-lookers from all ages. His love for cars and art is what inspired him! He integrated car parts, farm pieces, and metal to create this Sci-Fi Victorian piece, a combination of an octopus and a time machine for his concept.
Installed in 2016
Located at the Pecos-McLeod Interconnect
On Pecos-McLeod, just South of Desert Inn
Las Vegas, NV 89121
A 16ft tall steel sculpture with a wonderful path that takes you through each symbol incorporated within the sculpture. Each with its own unique meaning. A cultural reflection of the community, standing as a beacon of neighborhood’s strengths and resilience.
Installed October of 2008
Located at the Doolittle Senior Center
1950 N. J Street
Las Vegas, NV 89106