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St. Petersburg, Florida: Volcano Head (Gone)

Ten-foot-high "living volcano" -- a lava-like, fat human head -- was created by local artist James Oleson for a 2017 art festival. Reportedly removed in 2024.

Directions:
Enter the gated lot on the south side of Terminal Drive S., just west of its intersection with 24th St. Volcano Head is behind the building, with its back to 24th St. The gate may not always be open.
Hours:
Reportedly removed 2024.
Status:
Gone

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Volcano Head

The ten-foot-high Volcano Head was removed because it was rusting away. I'm depressed that it's gone, but they said it was dangerous and a liability.

[Tim Brown, 09/13/2024]
Volcano Head

Not currently accessible, since Daddy Kool Records moved locations. Drove to their new location to ask how to find this, and they gave some vague directions. Drove down a weird gravel path and got a peek of him. Not a great view, but still saw him.

[Abigail, 10/08/2022]

Jan 26, 2024 Update: Steve Braun sez "The gate was wide open. Also, you can get a decent view from the walking trail that goes behind the building."

Volcano head.

Volcano Head

The address listed is right on, but it's behind a fence, and you can't see it. Find the actual mini industrial park entrance that it's in, kinda nearby, and hang a left after you enter the park. We never actually saw the record store, btw.

[Randy Hoopes, 01/29/2022]

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