The Christ of the Ozarks is a towering minimalist statue of Jesus Christ overlooking the mountains and hills of the Ozark Mountains just outside of Eureka Springs, Arkansas.
At 67 feet and weighing in at over 2 million pounds, it is the 11th tallest statue in the United States.
The Christ of the Ozarks was designed and built by Emmet Sullivan, a famous sculptor who also worked on Mount Rushmore in South Dakota. The Christ of the Ozarks was constructed in the early 1960s and was officially dedicated on July 15, 1966.
The statue is surrounded by a beautiful natural park that features walking trails, picnic areas, and a beautiful garden. Visitors can also visit the nearby Sacred Arts Center, which showcases religious artworks from around the world.
I visited Eureka Springs years ago and remember The Christ of the Ozarks fondly. It's a unique statue that feels a bit out of place in the rolling hills of the Ozarks. The art deco style of the statue and minimalist design has lent it the affectionate nickname "the milk carton with arms". Today, The Christ of the Ozarks is one of the iconic features in Eureka Springs.
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