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Bowl Plaza
Lucas, KS
August 2015 |
Be prepared to be amazed at the artistry that we found at
Bowl Plaza in Lucas, Kansas. While researching places to visit on our trip, Brenda discovered that Lucas was known not only for the
Garden of Eden but also for Bowl Plaza, one of the World's Most Artsy Public Restrooms.
Since the Garden of Eden attracts over 10,000 visitors a year, the town (population 400) realized it needed a public restroom, and you really have to see this yourself to appreciate its beauty. Yes, I actually believe this restroom is beautiful.
When you park in front of the building, you will notice a large roll of toilet paper that is unrolling toward the building. The "paper" becomes the sidewalk.
The front of the building represents the tank on a toilet complete with a handle for flushing. The mosaic design is the lid. Note the arched benches on the side represent the toilet bowl, but look what's inside the toilet bowl. . .
This sculpture shows everything under the sun swirling around as the bowl was "flushed." Note the cute dog, sneaking a drink from the toilet bowl.
Okay, that was cute, but what was inside the building will amaze you.
Ready?
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sink in the women's bathroom |
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wall opposite the sink in the women's bathroom |
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same wall as above, but a different angle.
note the four seasons are represented |
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men's restroom |
Yes, I have no shame. . .the door to the men's restroom was wide open with no one inside, so I ventured in and snapped some photos.
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wall next to the sink in the men's restroom |
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mirror above sink in men's restroom |
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wall opposite the sink in men's restroom |
The artwork was clever, humorous, and creative, and it was beautiful. By creating and maintaining this gorgeous public restroom, the citizens of Lucas, Kansas certainly know how to make a visitor feel welcome and special.
I recommend you visit this small town and marvel at the artistry of its citizens and the pride they have in their community.