Dallas has so much to offer, especially in the area of art.
Several murals and art installations speak to the true unique character of the neighborhoods around the metroplex. Here are a few to keep on your radar.
The Pegasus
The Pegasus in Dallas is one of the most familiar, legacy icons in Dallas history. The top of the Magnolia Hotel became the original home of the Pegasus 1934. But, due to weather and aging, the original Pegasus was taken down, restored, and placed in front of the Omni in downtown Dallas.
A second Pegasus was made for the top of the Magnolia building, marking Dallas as more than just a “one-horse town.”
The Traveling Man of Deep Ellum
The now iconic “Traveling Man” stands tall above the Deep Ellum neighborhood. The artist who created these robotic murals is Brad Oldham. If you keep looking around the area, there’s more than one of these sculptures, but the most popular version is standing next to the DART rail line with one arm pointing towards downtown and the other holding a bird.
The statue has also gotten some costumes over the years. During the Mavs finals, he was dressed in Mavs gear. During the pandemic, he wore a mask.
Giant Eyeball
Talk about eye-catching. The Giant Eyeball has a home in the Main Street District and has remained a visitor attraction since 2013. The 30-ft fiberglass sculpture was made by Tony Tasset in 2007. Word has it that the eyeball and the park were the site of the city’s first skyscraper in 1909.
Red Panda Bear
The East Quarter neighborhood is striving to be bear-ly missed with its growing tech businesses, luxury living, and cafe-style eateries. The Red Panda Bear — which was designed by artist Richard Orlinski — is a sign that you’ve reached this rising star of a neighborhood.
