Garbage Goat
Spokane's iconic Garbage Goat: a quirky, trash-eating steel sculpture from the 1974 World's Fair. Feed it litter for a fun photo op!
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Garbage Goat
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Must-see attractions
Spokane's iconic Garbage Goat: a quirky, trash-eating steel sculpture from the 1974 World's Fair. Feed it litter for a fun photo op!
Bring Your Own Trash! :wastebasket:
Pack some small, clean trash items to feed the goat for the full experience.
Photo Op Ready :camera_with_flash:
It's a unique photo opportunity! Be ready to capture the moment.
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The Garbage Goat Itself
Riverfront Park
A quirky, trash-eating steel sculpture that's a beloved Spokane landmark. Feed it your litter!
Feeding the Goat
Riverfront Park
The interactive experience of feeding your trash to this unique art installation. Kids and adults alike find it amusing.
Riverfront Park Exploration
Riverfront Park
Combine your visit with other park attractions like the SkyRide for a fuller Spokane experience.
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Feed the Goat!
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Bring Your Own Trash! :wastebasket:
Pack some small, clean trash items to feed the goat for the full experience.
Photo Op Ready :camera_with_flash:
It's a unique photo opportunity! Be ready to capture the moment.
Combine with Park Visit 🏞️
The Goat is in Riverfront Park, so plan to see other attractions too.
Artistic Origins :artist_palette:
Learn about the welding nun who created this iconic piece!
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Bring Your Own Trash! :wastebasket:
Pack some small, clean trash items to feed the goat for the full experience.
Photo Op Ready :camera_with_flash:
It's a unique photo opportunity! Be ready to capture the moment.
Combine with Park Visit 🏞️
The Goat is in Riverfront Park, so plan to see other attractions too.
Artistic Origins :artist_palette:
Learn about the welding nun who created this iconic piece!
What Travellers Say
Reviews Summary
Visitors find the Garbage Goat to be a hilariously unique and memorable Spokane landmark, especially for its interactive 'feeding' aspect and its quirky artistic origins. While some might find it a bit odd, most agree it's a fun photo opportunity and a charming piece of local history. It's a quick, enjoyable stop that adds character to a visit to Riverfront Park.
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Frequently Asked Questions
🚇 🗺️ Getting There
The Garbage Goat is located in Riverfront Park in downtown Spokane. You can easily walk to it from many downtown hotels or use public transportation. Parking is available in nearby garages.
Yes, Riverfront Park is generally accessible, and the Garbage Goat is a sculpture that can be viewed and interacted with from ground level.
It's a prominent sculpture, usually near other park attractions. Look for signs or ask park staff if you have trouble locating it.
🎫 🎫 Tickets & Entry
No, there is no ticket required to see or feed the Garbage Goat. It's a free public art installation in Riverfront Park.
The Garbage Goat is accessible during Riverfront Park's operating hours, which are typically from dawn until dusk.
Riverfront Park is free to enter. Some attractions within the park, like the SkyRide, may have separate fees.
🎫 🏞️ Onsite Experience
You can feed it small, clean pieces of trash. Many visitors bring wrappers or other small litter items.
No, the Garbage Goat is a large, steel sculpture designed to look like a goat that 'eats' trash.
It was created by a welding nun, Sister Paula Turnbull, and was a feature of the 1974 World's Fair in Spokane.
Yes, it's designed for safe interaction. Just ensure the trash you feed it is clean and not sharp.
Riverfront Park offers many attractions, including the SkyRide, Numerica SkyRide, Looff Carrousel, and beautiful gardens and walking paths.
📸 📸 Photography
The best photos are usually taken from the front, capturing the goat's mouth and the act of feeding. Getting a shot with the Spokane skyline in the background can also be nice.
Absolutely! Videos are great for capturing the unique sound and action of the goat 'eating' trash.
No, photography and videography are generally encouraged for this public art piece.
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