ANAHEIM GARDENWALK’S SELECTED AS WINNER OF 2017’s “ART IN PUBLIC SPACES” AWARD BY THE ANAHEIM ARTS COUNCIL
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ANAHEIM GARDENWALK’S SELECTED AS WINNER OF
2017’s “ART IN PUBLIC SPACES” AWARD BY THE ANAHEIM ARTS COUNCIL AND THE CULTURAL & HERITAGE COMMISSION
(ANAHEIM, CA) – Anaheim GardenWalk announced today that the center’s “Art on the Walk” program and the bronze statues in Kate & Ella Court have been selected as the winners of this year’s “Art in Public Spaces” awards by the Anaheim Arts Council and the Cultural & Heritage Commission Anaheim. The awards were presented to Anaheim GardenWalk at a reception and awards presentation held on Thursday, November 2 at 5:30 p.m. in the Anaheim City Council Chamber. The awards reception was attended by several of the artists who participate in the “Art on the Walk” program along with members of the Anaheim Arts Council, Cultural & Heritage Commissioners, Anaheim City Council and city staff members.
“We are thrilled that Anaheim GardenWalk has been recognized for its contribution to exposing the community to artists in the area, as well as our part in cultivating interest in cultural programs, such as the center’s Art on the Walk program,” said Robin Weeks-Wynne, Senior Director, Marketing & Tourism for Anaheim GardenWalk.
About Anaheim GardenWalk: Anaheim GardenWalk is an eatertainment destination that blends dining, nightlife, family-friendly fun, outdoor art, and unique shops in a singleamazinglocation. GardenWalk is home to a distinctive collection of popular restaurants, a vibrant nightlife with two rocking dance clubs, retail stores and renowned live concert venue, House of Blues Anaheim, featuring musical artists new and old, and its famed Gospel brunch. Family-fun entertainment highlights include GO VR Gaming, Mission Escape Games, and Bowlmor Lanes. The 460,000-square-foot outdoor dining, entertainment and shopping destination is situated in the heart of the Anaheim Resort District, just steps from the Disneyland® Resort, Anaheim Convention Center, and a short drive from Angel Stadium and Honda Center. Anaheim GardenWalk provides a one-of-a-kind guest experience and a world-class gathering place for locals and visitors.
Recently named “Best-Of” for its arts program by Orange Coast magazine, Anaheim GardenWalk is well-known for its art galleries, exhibits and pop-up galleries. For more information, visit Anaheim GardenWalk and follow the center on Facebook,Twitter,Instagram, YouTube and LinkedIn.