John and Mary Pappajohn Sculpture Park

As part of the Art Center's 75th anniversary celebrations, we are thrilled to announce the publication of a new collections catalog showcasing the works of art installed in the John and Mary Pappajohn Sculpture Park. Dedicated to the memory of Mary Pappajohn, the 144-page catalog features multiple color images of 32 sculptures by 26 internationally acclaimed artists, as well as essays by ten writers from around the country. The cover features Olafur Eliasson’s 2013 panoramic awareness pavilion which spans the front and back cover. A special feature of the book is a fold-out, aerial view of the park.  “After 13 years, this park has transformed the cultural and economic landscape of the city of Des Moines and has become one of the most significant sculpture parks in the country,” reflects Jeff Fleming, retired John and Mary Pappajohn Director.