Outdoor Sculptures at Dennos Museum & Northwest Michigan College

What You’ll Experience on the Outdoor Sculpture Tour

The Dennos Museum Center and NMC sculpture collection features works from both national and international artists, offering a diverse range of materials, styles, and artistic expressions. From large-scale abstract sculptures to thought-provoking installations, each piece invites reflection, curiosity, and dialogue.

The artworks are integrated throughout the campus grounds, making this an ideal stop for those interested in public art, modern sculpture, and the role of art in public spaces.

Highlights of the Outdoor Sculpture Collection:

• Accessible, self-guided walking tour through beautifully landscaped college grounds

• Works by nationally and internationally recognized artists

• Variety of materials including metal, stone, and mixed media

• Free and open to the public year-round

• Connects with the Dennos Museum Center’s broader mission to foster art, education, and cultural enrichment

• Part of Traverse City’s growing public art and cultural tourism landscape

Plan Your Visit

Use the interactive sculpture map provided by the Dennos Museum Center to guide your walk through this inspiring outdoor art collection.

View the Outdoor Sculpture Map Here.

Whether you’re visiting the museum, touring the campus, or simply enjoying a walk through Traverse City’s educational and cultural hub, this outdoor sculpture tour offers a unique way to experience Northern Michigan’s commitment to the arts.