Saturday, May 22, 2021

Rickenbaugh Park - Children's Hospital Sculpture Garden


The area around the intersection of Colfax and Interstate 225 in Aurora is a bit of a medical hub. Actually, that's an understatement. It's a HUGE medical hub. Several hospitals and medical training facilities are located in the space of just a few blocks. One of the largest facilities in the area is Children's Hospital. Since it's no fun being in the hospital, and it's even less fun having a kid in the hospital, Children's has a very welcoming feel. Among the features is a sculpture garden in the front of the facility known as Rickenbaugh Park. It is worth a visit even when you don't have a loved one spending time at the hospital.

Let's take a look at some of the pieces you'll find.


Harlequin by Craig Ponzio
This piece is visible from Colfax as you drive by the hospital


La Dolce by James Vilona


Eclipse by Jesus Moroles


Star Catcher by John King


Bench by Jesus Moroles

Name and artist unknown


The Classics by George Lundeen


Tres Osos by Dan Ostermiller


Fat Happy by Barrett DeBusk

The adjacent hospital parking structure also features some unique artwork that appears to have been created by some of Aurora's youngest citizens.




Children's Hospital is located at 13123 E 16th Ave in Aurora. That address can be a bit misleading, though. Think of it this way, it's one block west of I-225 off Colfax. 

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