Duration: 2 hours; Free; Do you think that street art is senseless graffiti, consisting only of obscenities or phrases like "Steve was here"? Think again! Public art is growing in popularity, and modern public artists are breaking the stereotypes! Street art has transformed into a respectable form of art that is expressive, impressive, and meant for public consumption. Join Metro Art Rail Tours and discover the world of street art in the Red Line stations! You'll venture to public displays using the metro itself, and this time you won't be taking it during rush hour, so you can relax and take in the art around you! Your knowledgeable guide -- a metro art docent -- will lead you through these stations and discuss their importance. You wouldn't be enjoy these fascinating locations on your own, so this is a chance of a lifetime Sounds like a great opportunity, docent it?
Discover the Artistic Displays Adorning the Red Line Stations
Venture Out To Public Art Attractions, Integrating Art into a Transit Experience
Enjoy Access To Hidden Art Generally Not Open To the Public
Gain a Better Appreciation for Street Art History and Style
Note: The Tours Begin At the Street Level Entrance To the Hollywood/highland Metro Rail Station on Hollywood Blvd. near the Corner with Highland Ave.
Year Round Tours (Sundays)
Duration: 2 hours; Free; Do you think that street art is senseless graffiti, consisting only of obscenities or phrases like "Steve was here"? Think again! Public art is growing in popularity, and modern public artists are breaking the stereotypes! Street art has transformed into a respectable form of art that is expressive, impressive, and meant for public consumption. Join Metro Art Rail Tours and discover the world of street art in the Red Line stations! You'll venture to public displays using the metro itself, and this time you won't be taking it during rush hour, so you can relax and take in the art around you! Your knowledgeable guide -- a metro art docent -- will lead you through these stations and discuss their importance. You wouldn't be enjoy these fascinating locations on your own, so this is a chance of a lifetime Sounds like a great opportunity, docent it?
Discover the Artistic Displays Adorning the Red Line Stations
Venture Out To Public Art Attractions, Integrating Art into a Transit Experience
Enjoy Access To Hidden Art Generally Not Open To the Public
Gain a Better Appreciation for Street Art History and Style
Note: The Tours Begin At the Street Level Entrance To the Information Booth inside the Entrance To Historic Union Station At 800 Alameda St In Downtown Los Angeles.
Union Station Tours
Duration: 2 hours; Free; Do you think that street art is senseless graffiti, consisting only of obscenities or phrases like "Steve was here"? Think again! Public art is growing in popularity, and modern public artists are breaking the stereotypes! Street art has transformed into a respectable form of art that is expressive, impressive, and meant for public consumption. Join Metro Art Rail Tours and discover the world of street art in historic Union Station! You'll also venture out to Gold Line Portal, Union Station East and inside the Metro Gateway Headquarters Building. Your knowledgeable guide -- a metro art docent -- will lead you to places generally not open to the public, such as the Historic Ticketing Hall and former Fred Harvey restaurant. You wouldn't be enjoy these fascinating locations on your own, so this is a chance of a lifetime. Sounds like a great opportunity, docent it?
Discover the Artistic Displays That Adorn Historic Union Station
Venture Out To Gold Line Portal, Union Station East and inside the Metro Gateway Headquarters Building
Enjoy Access To Hidden Art Generally Not Open To the Public
Gain a Better Appreciation for Street Art History and Style
Note: The Tours Begin At the Information Booth inside the Alameda Street Entrance To Historic Union Station.
Cancellation Policy: As a courtesy to fellow participants, please provide at least 24 hour cancellation notice.