[1] The campus is inspired by a geode, and guides pedestrians from the outer concrete walls to a central space of glass, water, and color.

[4] The Shadow Walk is a major pathway through the campus that is lined with outdoor gardens, sunken courtyards, performance spaces, water features, stainless steel pergolas, and giant canopies.

This includes "Fragmented Landscapes" by Ned Kahn, "Colorwalk" by Beth Galston, "Light Storm" by Catherine Widgery, and "Memento" by Rebecca Ross.

[6] Though he left office in 2000, Brown and his wife, Kathye, continued a private fundraising campaign for the arts center.

[6] The Acting Director of Arts and Culture for the City of Mesa since July 2023 is Illya Riske.