Arts & Entertainment

An unconventional museum — Randyland

Josh Imhof | features editor

A colorful outdoor scene featuring a red knight statue, a snow-covered sign with text stating 'Largest Welcome International Wall in America', and a whimsical cutout of a man with glasses, promoting the message 'Struggles Create New Strength'.
Randy Gilson, a former homeless activist, bought the property in 1995 for $10,000 according to the museum’s website.
Colorful wooden signs with greetings in multiple languages, mounted on a blue wall.
Randyland includes numerous sections — The Welcome Wall, (pictured above) The Courtyard, The Mirror Wall and The Outside Celebration Mural.
Colorful building with musical-themed silhouettes, featuring a snow-covered staircase and decorative chairs on the railing.
The outdoor museum, located two miles from campus, is free to visit, but donations are accepted.
Two weathered ceramic figures painted like children, facing each other, partially covered in snow.
A large tree towered over the rest of the exhibit, decorated top to bottom with lights and ornaments.
Colorful storefront of 'Candyland' with vibrant decorations, Coca-Cola signs, and hanging art elements, featuring a visible American flag.
The exhibit is located at 1501 Arch St. and is open from 10 a.m. to 9 p.m. Monday through Friday. On Sunday it is open 12 to 9 p.m. according to the museum’s website.
Colorful installation featuring various brass instruments hanging from a decorative ceiling in a whimsical outdoor setting.
Known for its colorful and eclectic style, the museum showcases “found object art” including musical instruments, mannequin heads and lawn chairs.

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