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The Bedford is dedicated to providing the Contra Costa County region and greater Bay Area with opportunities to learn and engage with the visual arts. 

Public Art Walking Tour

  • Date: 09/20/2025 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM  
  • Location: Bedford Gallery
    1601 Civic Drive
    Walnut Creek, California 94596
  • Introduction: Route 2: Plaza Escuela & shopping areas (Locust, Plaza Escuela, and California Blvd.)

Water Light (1182 x 500)

Route 2: Plaza Escuela & shopping areas (Locust, Plaza Escuela, and California Blvd.) 

Join us for a guided tour exploring the public art of Plaza Escuela and surrounding shopping areas, including Locust Street, Plaza Escuela, and California Blvd. Discover stunning sculptures and murals that enhance Walnut Creek’s lively downtown atmosphere.

Start Location: Lesher Center for the Arts Plaza (1601 Civic Drive, Walnut Creek, CA)

New! Public Art Walking Tours are now Pay What You Can! While reservations are not required, we suggest purchasing your ticket ahead of time. To buy, click on your desired tour date below. Alternately, you may purchase your tickets the morning of the tour at the Lesher Center Ticket Office, which opens one hour prior to the tour start time. If you would like to attend with a group of 6 or more, please email galleryinfo@bedfordgallery.org or call 925-295-1417 so that we may accommodate your group. 

Time: Tours begin at 10 AM and last approximately one hour.

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[Jason Middlebrook, Water Light, 2017, glass, mosaic tiles, fountain, photography by Josh Isaacs.]

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We are committed to providing an inclusive space for all participants. To request an accommodation or learn more about our program accessibility, contact us at 925-295-1417 or galleryinfo@bedfordgallery.org.