Skip to main content

Search the middle of everything...

Shedd Aquarium

West Street Sculpture Park

620 S. West St., Galena, IL 61036

Galleries

Outdoor gallery of large steel sculptures by award-winning local artist John Martinson including an on-site metal studio.

More than a dozen large, welded steel sculptures are scattered throughout two acres in a beautiful, natural setting. Sculptures include two 40-foot towers, contemplative artworks, a giant tinker toy, unique signs, and humorous assemblages. Maps are available to take a self-guided tour along the wooded paths. Pieces are identified by title and year plaques at the sculpture sites. All art is the work of award-winning local artist John Martinson.

The park is open dawn to dusk year round. There is also an onsite studio where John is often working. Many smaller works are for sale. A picnic table is located near the donation and map boxes. So come and listen to the birds, watch for jack-in-the-pulpits, stay on the paths, or don’t! Enjoy your time exploring the interplay of art and nature.

What's happening nearby...

Galena Brew Fest

Chestnut Mountain Resort •  Aug 01 @ 1PM

Join the Annual Galena Brew Fest at the beautiful Chestnut Mountain Resort, where you can sample a wide variety of craft beers while enjoying stunning views…

Read more about Galena Brew Fest

Galena Main Street Sidewalk Sale

Main Street Galena, IL •  Aug 07 – Aug 09 @ 9:30AM

Main Street Boutiques are clearing out their inventory, and you're the lucky winner!

Read more about Galena Main Street Sidewalk Sale

Bicentennial Corn Boil

Galena Recreation Park •  Aug 29 @ 12noon

Join the Galena community for the highly anticipated Bicentennial Corn Boil at Recreation Park on August 29, 2026!

Read more about Bicentennial Corn Boil

You might also be interested...

Hello Galena!

Galena

Hello Galena! is a gallery featuring 65 artists selling and demonstrating artwork. Jewelry, pottery, stained glass, paintings, photography, wooden toys/pens, purses, more! Events, demonstrations & classes.

Read more about Hello Galena!

Outside the Lines Art Gallery

Galena

A retail gallery specializing in original art and fine craft from more than 100 U.S. artists.

Read more about Outside the Lines Art Gallery

River Bend Gallery

Galena

Professional artist Geoffrey Mikol creates stunning photographs that shed new light on the natural surroundings of Galena.

Read more about River Bend Gallery

Subscribe to Our Newsletter

Get inspired by top travel stories, gain access to exclusive promotions and contests, and discover even more reasons to #EnjoyIllinois.