Art has a way of turning an everyday walk into something memorable. Throughout The Delta neighborhood, public art adds color, creativity, and character to the places residents and visitors experience every day.
From murals and sculptures to a one-of-a-kind fountain, each installation brings something different to the neighborhood. Whether you are walking along Jackson Boulevard, exploring food and beverage hotspots in the River District, or spending time near the Elkhart Riverwalk, keep an eye out for these pieces of public art throughout The Delta.
“Welcome to The Delta”
Artist: Travis Neal, Carmel, Indiana
Location: 210 E. Jackson Blvd., rooftop of The Eastbank building
Installed: 2024
Artwork Type: Mural on brick
One of the first public art installations to become part of The Delta neighborhood, “Welcome to The Delta” mural makes a statement from above.
Created by Carmel-based artist Travis Neal, the mural is painted directly onto the brick rooftop structure of The Eastbank building. Its elevated location makes it a distinctive part of the neighborhood landscape and a fitting introduction to a community designed around creativity, connection, and change.
“Who Rescued Who”
Artist: Lorri Acott
Location: 304 E. Jackson Blvd., in front of The Clark and Ivy Row
Installed: 2024
Artwork Type: Bronze sculpture
For dog lovers, “Who Rescued Who” may be one of the most meaningful stops along the way.
Artist Lorri Acott’s bronze sculpture captures the special connection between people and their dogs. Positioned near The Clark and Ivy Row, the piece offers a quiet moment of recognition for anyone who knows that the relationship between a person and a pet often goes both ways.
It is a heartfelt addition to a neighborhood where walking paths, outdoor spaces, and pet-friendly living make four-legged neighbors part of the community too.
“Into the Wind…”
Artist: Arlon Bayliss, Anderson, Indiana
Location: 138 N. Clark Street, in front of The Penstock
Installed: 2025
Artwork Type: Sculpture fountain
Whimsical and full of movement, “Into the Wind…” brings art and water together outside The Penstock.
Created by Carmel-based artist Arlon Bayliss, the sculpture fountain draws inspiration from the familiar experience of making a wish and sending it out into the world. Its design evokes a dandelion caught in the wind, creating a piece that feels playful from a distance and reveals even more detail as you get closer.
The fountain adds another unexpected experience to Clark Street and gives visitors a new place to stop, take a photo, and enjoy the neighborhood.
“Hope, Happiness, & New Beginnings”
Artist: Arlon Bayliss, Anderson, Indiana
Location: Along the Elkhart Riverwalk near 210 E. Jackson Blvd.
Installed: 2026
Artwork Type: 35-foot sculpture
Standing approximately 35 feet tall, “Hope, Happiness, & New Beginnings” brings a large-scale artistic landmark to the Elkhart Riverwalk.
Also created by Arlon Bayliss, the sculpture centers on ideas of optimism, growth, and looking toward what comes next. Its location along the Riverwalk connects those themes with one of the neighborhood’s most recognizable outdoor spaces, giving walkers, runners, residents, and visitors another reason to slow down and take in their surroundings.
More than a sculpture, the piece represents the idea that vibrant communities continue to grow, change, and create new possibilities.
COMING IN 2027: Clark Street Crosswalk Mural
Artist: Alex Ann Allen, South Bend, Indiana
Location: Clark Street
Installed: 2026
Artwork Type: Painted street mural
Public art does not have to stay on a wall or platform. In 2027, Clark Street will become home to the first painted crosswalk street mural in the City of Elkhart.
Created by South Bend artist Alex Ann Allen, the installation transforms part of the streetscape itself into a piece of art. The colorful crosswalk adds creativity at ground level while making the experience of walking through The Delta even more distinctive.
It is another example of how art can become part of the places people use every day, turning a simple trip down the street into something worth noticing.
Explore Public Art in The Delta
Public art is becoming part of the experience of exploring The Delta. Each installation has its own story, style, and perspective, but together they help create a neighborhood filled with unexpected moments of creativity.
Take a walk along Jackson Boulevard, explore Clark Street, follow the Elkhart Riverwalk, and see how many pieces you can discover along the way.
As The Delta continues to grow, so does the art, energy, and character that make this corner of Elkhart different.
Experience The Delta
Looking for more things to see and do around the neighborhood? Explore The Delta’s restaurants, recreation, parks, shops, and local destinations, all within a connected and walkable part of Elkhart’s River District.
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