Segerstrom Center Campus is full of reasons why Costa Mesa is The City of The Arts.

Be sure to experience the sensation when you are inside this metal sculpture.

Next, you are entering California Scenario, commonly referred to as Noguchi Gardens. Located at 611 Anton Boulevard, it is a 1.6 acre public sculpture garden designed by Isamu Noguchi to represent the diverse landscapes of California – the Forest Walk, Desert Land and Water Source. The centerpiece the “Spirit of the Lime Bean” (sorry, no photo) is a mound of granite stones alluding to the area’s agricultural past.

Near the end of or 2-mile tour are architectural wonders you probably pass by without realizing their importance to the culture of our city. AND the Plaza Park tree is up for us to enjoy – a great place to take family holiday photos.

The Other Thing – Thank you Costa Mesa Historical Society for planning this event. I know there are more exciting events coming next year.