Sculpture Walk Sculpture Walk

The Sculpture Walk is located in historic downtown Fergus Falls, which is thriving with local businesses, art organizations, historical theatre and restaurants. The selected sculptures are chosen by the Fergus Falls Public Arts Commission. They are for sale by the artists. In addition to these temporary installed sculptures, the Fergus Falls Sculpture Walk features numerous public art pieces that are part of Fergus Falls' permanent collection, offering a rich and diverse experience for art enthusiasts. Visitors can enjoy a variety of artistic styles and expressions while exploring the city’s vibrant art scene and flourishing downtown riverfront.

The Fergus Falls Sculpture Walk meanders through downtown, passing by local businesses, galleries, and the historic theater, leading visitors toward the scenic Otter Tail River and Riverfront Splash Pad. The path also leads to the farmers market at the Pavilion at Spies Park on Tuesdays and Saturdays during the market season. It’s truly a work of engineering artistry and family-friendly activities.

For inquiries, please contact Sculpture Walk manager Naomi Schliesman at infosculpturewalk@fergusfalls.gov or call 320-288-5369.

In the early 2000s, Fergus Falls developed a reputation as a regional arts center. At the same time, city officials started building a future for retail and tourism along the river and the central part of downtown. In response to these progressive movements, twelve artists gathered at Fergus Brewing near the Otter Tail River on a cold January day in 2019. Ideas poured out of the creative minds and warmed their spirits as they discussed how public art near the river can help show the vitality of their community. Early in 2024, additional community leaders joined the artists and shaped the plan and advocated for financial support of the Fergus Falls Sculpture Walk.

In the summer of 2025, the inaugural tour of six sculptures opened on Lincoln Ave between Union and Cascade avenues for all the world to enjoy. Come join the fun! Visit Fergus Falls.

Applications for the Fergus Falls Sculpture Walk are currently closed and will reopen winter of 2026. The Fergus Falls Public Art Commission will select artwork based on conceptual strength, originality, and workmanship. Sculptures will be exhibited in downtown Fergus Falls from May 2027-April 2028. The selected artists will receive a $2,000.00 honorarium to display their work. Submission limit of three per artist; no cost to enter. 

Special thanks for supporting and funding the Sculpture Art Walk goes to the Frank Veden Charitable Trust and Lake Region Arts Council.

This activity is made possible by the voters of Minnesota through grants from the Lake Region Arts Council, thanks to a legislative appropriation from the Arts and Cultural Heritage Fund.