Noguchi Sculpture Garden in Costa Mesa, CA: What to Expect (2024)

The Noguchi sculpture garden is an art exhibit wedged between corporate high rises in Costa Mesa, CA. It is free and open to the public.

American artist Isamu Noguchi was commissioned to create the garden, also known as “California Scenario”, in 1980. The collection of sculptures represents the diversity of California’s landscape.

Scroll on for a photo tour of the 7 Noguchi Sculpture Garden exhibits.

The 7 California Scenario Sculptures

1) Forest Walk

An elevated patch of grass surrounded by redwood trees.

2) Spirit of the Lima Bean

A mound of 14 granite boulders.

3) Water Use

A granite pyramid with a stream flowing from its base.

4) Desert Land

A hill lined with small pebbles and various desert plant life.

5) Water Source

A sandstone triangle with a stream at its base.

6) Land Use

A rectangular block of granite sits atop an elevated mound lined with the honeysuckle plant.

7) Energy Fountain

A stainless steel cylinder sits atop a granite cobblestone fountain.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is the Noguchi Sculpture Garden free?

The Noguchi Sculpture Garden is free and open to the public.

How much time does it take to view the Noguchi Sculpture Garden?

Most people spend less than 30 minutes visiting the garden.

What other attractions are near the Noguchi Sculpture Garden?

The Noguchi Sculpture Garden is walking distance from the recently unveiled Orange County Museum of Art (OCMA) (free admission), luxury shopping center South Coast Plaza, and the Segerstrom Center for the Arts.