Tempe Roots
500 S Mill Ave
Tempe, AZ 85281
Details
Artist Oliverio Balcells set out to tell the story of ancient Tempe by honoring the Hohokam and Toltec people. When looking at this piece be sure to take special notice of the Hohokam-style petroglyphs and classic Toltec symbols for corn, beans, and squash. This piece melds ancient Tempe and modern to highlight the unique character of the city.
Bacells’ purpose as an artist is to educate and raise people's consciousness through native Mexican cultural teaching.
Nearby Dining
- Thirsty Dog 2 Go15 W 5th St (47 feet SW)
- Sparky's Old Town Creamery510 S Mill Ave (106 feet SE)
- Crispy Cones420 South Mill 107 (132 feet N)
- The One One Bar501 S Mill Avenue (171 feet E)
Nearby Nightlife
- The One One Bar501 S Mill Avenue (171 feet E)
- Varsity Tavern501 S Mill Ave (172 feet E)
- Low Key Piano Bar501 S Mill Ave (173 feet E)
- Rodeo Ranch501 S Mill Ave (197 feet E)
Nearby Shopping
- Thirsty Dog 2 Go15 W 5th St (47 feet SW)
- Lotions & Potions420 S Mill Ave (116 feet NE)
- Cactus Sports514 S Mill Ave (151 feet S)
- Rave Circus414 S Mill Ave (177 feet NW)