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Public art & sculpture · West Midlands

The Concrete Hippopotamus

The Concrete Hippopotamus in England West Midlands, United Kingdom.

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Typical visit
1 h–2 h

About

The Concrete Hippopotamus is a public sculpture in England West Midlands, United Kingdom, dating from 1972. Britain's public art ranges from Henry Moore reclining figures and Anthony Gormley installations to the Angel of the North and the surviving statues of empire.

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Place summary

The Concrete Hippopotamus is a public art installation located in the West Midlands, established in 1972. This distinctive sculpture is notable for its unconventional material and design, contributing to the region's cultural landscape.

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Coordinates
52.5843, -1.9820
Established
1972
Opening
Mo-We 08:30-17:00; Fr-Sa 08:30-17:00; PH off
Official site
go.walsall.gov.uk

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Frequently asked questions

Where is The Concrete Hippopotamus?
The Concrete Hippopotamus is in West Midlands, in the United Kingdom — coordinates 52.5843°, -1.9820°.
When was The Concrete Hippopotamus built?
The Concrete Hippopotamus dates to 1972.
What are the opening hours for The Concrete Hippopotamus?
OpenStreetMap records opening hours as: Mo-We 08:30-17:00; Fr-Sa 08:30-17:00; PH off. Check the official site to confirm seasonal changes.