In April 2022, the Salt Lake City Public Art Program installed Out of the Blue, a sculpture affectionately known as “The Whale.” Created by artist Stephen Kesler, the sculpture currently features Point of Reference, a mural by local artist Michael Murdock. Out of the Blue has become a beloved landmark and a symbol of community, creativity, resilience, and harmony. The sculpture has become an “icon” for Salt Lake City, serving as a gathering point that attracts local and national visitors. To reflect the neighborhood’s vibrant and evolving character, the Salt Lake City Public Art Program commissions a new mural for the sculpture every three to five years through a rotating mural program.