The Willie Nelson Statue stands on the corner of West Second Street and Lavaca Street in downtown Austin, Texas. It is an eight-foot bronze figure of the country musician, shown seated with his well-known guitar, Trigger, resting in his hands.
The statue was unveiled on April 20, 2012. It was commissioned by the nonprofit Capital Area Statues and donated to the city of Austin. The sculptor was Clete Shields. Nelson attended the dedication, though he was not involved in the creative process behind the work.
What to expect
The monument sits at the corner of what is now Willie Nelson Boulevard, formerly Second Street, and directly outside the Austin City Limits studios. Because it stands on a public street corner, it makes a quick and easy stop for anyone walking through the downtown area, and it is a natural pause for music fans already visiting the studios.
The statue is open every day of the week, so you can visit at any time without planning around a schedule. It is a short, outdoor visit, best suited to a few minutes of looking, photographing the bronze figure and reading the setting around it.
Getting there
The statue is at 310 W. Second St., Austin, Texas 78701. Its location in the heart of the city makes it simple to combine with other downtown walks and music venues nearby.