Earth Angel - Museum of Whimsy - Sarasota, Florida, USA.
N 27° 21.345 W 082° 32.875
17R E 346898 N 3026789
A figurative artwork known as 'Earth Angel' a whimsical mix of sculpture & neon. Displayed in the Marietta Museum of Art & Whimsy, Located alongside the Tamiami Trail, Sarasota.
Waymark Code: WMN03E
Location: Florida, United States
Date Posted: 11/30/2014
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The Museum of Art and Whimsy - A fun place to visit & its free. Located at 2121 N Tamiami Trail. You cant miss it as you drive North on the Trail, the 10 feet tall, 1600 pound, day glow Pink Flamingos, are your clue, to its location.
The Lifesize, detailed sculpture of a street busker is transformed into the ultimate performer of the streets by Neon Wings, & Halo. The 2005 work of Jack Dowd, is sculpted in resin, acrylic paint, & neon.
"The Marietta Museum of Art and Whimsy, is a new and unique Museum dedicated to the creative human spirit and raising the importance of Whimsical Art. We represent mostly living female and male artists equally. Our exhibit is a collection of light-hearted paintings, sculpture and stained glass. The outdoor Gardens feature grand pink flamingos, a spinning ballerina and a stainless steel rocket ship. They’re nestled within a canopied historic oak grove with cascading orchids and indigenous tropical plants. Being here will inspire your creativity and touch your heart!" Text source: (
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Days and Hours of Operation:
Open October 30, 2014 - May 30, 2015.
Thursday, Friday & Saturday 1 PM - 4 PM
Free Parking & Admission, but donations are welcome.
Physical Address:
Museum of Art & Whimsy.
2121 North Tamiami Trail, Sarasota, FL 34234