Birds of Knowledge of Good and Evil, Aluminum sculpture in Kilbourn Avenue, Milwaukee, United States.
Six metallic bird figures stand in columns along Kilbourn Avenue, with heights ranging from 4 to 6 meters and varying wing configurations.
Polish sculptor Magdalena Abakanowicz created this installation in 2001 to commemorate the 125th anniversary of the Woman's Club of Wisconsin.
The sculpture reflects themes of individuality within groups through six wingless birds arranged to mirror the surrounding landscape near Lake Michigan.
Visitors can locate this public art installation at the intersection of East Kilbourn Avenue and North Cass Street in Milwaukee's Yankee Hill district.
Three birds display two wings while the other three feature four wings, each positioned at different angles without heads to represent mass identity.
Location: Milwaukee
GPS coordinates: 43.04289,-87.90156
Latest update: March 13, 2025 09:31
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