Art in Roanoke
Roanoke, VA
Public art in Roanoke, VA including the permanent collection, an archive of temporary exhibitions, and local murals.
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- Roy Kinsey
- Roanoke Star, 1949
- Neon Tubing, Steel
- 1062 x 1200 in
Artist: Roy Kinsey x
The large scale neon sculpture entitled 'Roanoke Star' is arguably the most well known piece in Roanoke City's Public Art Collection. The 'Roanoke Star' is the world's largest freestanding illuminated man-made star and was first illuminated in 1949. This eighty-eight foot star can be seen on top of Mill Mountain from all around Roanoke City.
- Current Location: Mill Mountain Park and Overlook
- Collections: City of Roanoke Permanent Collection, Roanoke Sculptures