Get a Glimpse of the Exhibition: Public Benefit
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Now on view
Public Benefit at Avenidas
October 13–31, 2025 · 450 Bryant St, Palo Alto
Hours: Mon–Fri 9:00 am–5:00 pm · Sat Oct 25, 9:00 am–5:00 pm (last entry 4:30 pm)
About the exhibition:
Public Benefit is an art exhibition by Lisa Van Dusen revealing Palo Alto’s Privately Owned Public Open Spaces (POPOS)—public spaces hiding in plain sight. Through research, installation, and on-the-ground activations, the project invites the public to notice, explore and use these 12 sites created as a Public Benefit for you, the Public. This installation is situated amidst the seven POPOS that are located in downtown Palo Alto.
Upcoming events
Reception & Artist Talk
Wednesday, October 22 · 5:30–7:30 pm (talk - the artist in conversation with Karen Kienzle, director of the Palo Alto Art Center - at 6:00 pm) at Avenidas - Walk-ins welcome!
Guided POPOS Tour
Saturday, Oct 25 · 11:00 am · Meet at Avenidas
Additional informal walk-throughs and self-guided tours of the 12 Palo Alto POPOS will be available. Walk-ins welcome!
Palo Alto POPOS in the news- https://www.paloaltoonline.com/ae/2025/10/15/art-exhibition-explores-palo-altos-hidden-public-spaces/
Plan your visit to Avenidas
Parking + Accessibility:
Bike racks, street parking, and parking garage at 445 Bryant Street across from Avenidas
Avenidas is wheelchair accessible
Press & contact
Media and general inquiries: Lisa Van Dusen — lisa@lisavandusen.com
650-799-3883
Artist site: https://lisavandusen.com
CONTACT ME:
lisa@lisavandusen.com
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