De Soto’s
Public Art

Located in and around De Soto, KS

  • Sunflower kinetic sculpture photo featuring the high school artists

    Blooming De Soto, Rising Tomorrows

    Check out this fantastic kinetic sculpture! It was created by local CAPS (Center for Advanced Professional Studies)high school students at CTEC (Cedar Trails Exploration Center), in partnership with the Arts Council and the City of De Soto.

    Location: in front of City Hall at
    32905 W. 84th St.

  • Caprine Supply Goat Mural by Alex Eickhoff

    Mural at Caprine Supply

    This striking mural was painted in 2024 by Alex Eickhoff. It features scenes from around De Soto and contains a few “Easter eggs!” See if you can find some!

    Location: 33001 W. 83rd St.

  • Force of Nature Brewing Gallery

    While not an official Arts Council installation, art lovers will enjoy a trip to Force of Nature Brewing. Not only do their walls feature rotating shows from local artists, but they regularly host live music events featuring local musicians.

    Location: 33015 W 83rd St.

  • Native Spirit

    This 3D sculpture currently graces the front entrance of De Soto City Hall. Created by De Soto High School art teacher Tim Mispagel, this metal sculpture is hopefully the first of many public sculpture installations in De Soto.

    Location: Downtown De Soto
    in front of the fire house
    33150 W. 83rd St.

  • Sunflowers Mural

    Painted in 2018, by Emily Euler, this large scale mural celebrates the peace and beauty of the Kansas landscape. The mural was created through a partnership between the Arts Council and Loya Coker.

    Location: in Downtown De Soto
    at 83rd and Wea

  • Fall Fine Arts and Crafts Show

    Keep an eye out in the fall for the art show! Artists around the area show their wares.

    Location: City Hall

  • Art Council Gallery

    The De Soto Arts Council Meeting Room is periodically used to display the work of local artists. While the room is locked most of the time, keep an eye out for events like the Mayor’s Christmas Tree Lighting where the council is open and receiving visitors.

    Location: lower level of City Hall
    at 32905 W. 84th St. in De Soto, KS.

  • Horse Sculpture

    This trio of metal horses was installed at the intersection of 83rd St. and Kill Creek Rd. Their angular design is complemented by a colorful mural that celebrates De Soto’s location along the historic California Trail.

    Location: North of the stoplights
    at 83rd and Kill Creek Rd.