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Queen Califia's Magical Circle
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Nicholas & Mara
September 2, 2022
A really cool and beautiful sculpture garden in a nice local park less than 10 minutes away.
Rachel
November 3, 2021
Queen Califia's Magical Circle is the only American sculpture garden and the last major international project created by Niki de Saint Phalle (born France, 1930-2002). Inspired by California's mythic, historic and cultural roots, the garden consists of nine large-scale sculptures, a circular "snake wall" and maze entryway, sculpturally integrated bench seating, and native shrubs and trees planted within the interior plaza and along the outer perimeter. The garden bears the brilliant, unique mosaic ornamentation that is an unmistakable part of Saint Phalle's later work. Normal operating hours: Tuesdays - 9 a.m. - noon Thursdays - 9 a.m. - noon 2nd & 4th Saturdays of each month - 9 a.m. - 2 p.m.
Queen Califia's Magical Circle is the only American sculpture garden and the last major international project created by Niki de Saint Phalle (born France, 1930-2002). Inspired by California's mythic, historic and cultural roots, the garden consists of nine large-scale sculptures, a circular "snake…
Jonna
June 9, 2021
This gem of artistic ingenuity by a famous French artist is hidden within Kit Carson Park and worth a visit! Bring your camera and wear comfy walking shoes as it’s a short but manageable trek from parking.
Melissa
July 27, 2019
Stunning sculpture in Kit Carson Park - worth the trip. Check for special hours.
Zeina And Mo
January 13, 2022
Queen Califia's Magical Circle is a American sculpture garden created by French artist Niki de Saint Phalle. The garden consists of nine large-scale sculptures, a circular snake wall and maze entryway, artistic bench seating, and native shrubs and trees. It is open to the public Tuesday and Thursday, 9 a.m. to noon, and on the 2nd and 4th Saturdays of each month, from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m
Queen Califia's Magical Circle is a American sculpture garden created by French artist Niki de Saint Phalle. The garden consists of nine large-scale sculptures, a circular snake wall and maze entryway, artistic bench seating, and native shrubs and trees. It is open to the public Tuesday and Thursda…
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3333 Bear Valley Parkway
Escondido, CA
Kit Carson