2020 Art

The 2020 sculpture catches you off-guard the first time you spot it - a striking public art installation that appeared in Larne as the world was falling apart. It's become one of those landmarks that people actually stop to photograph, which is rare enough in a seaside town.

The piece itself commemorates that utterly mental year when everyone was indoors, and it's become a focal point for the town centre. You won't spend hours here - twenty minutes tops - but it's worth a deliberate walk over if you're exploring Larne properly. The sculpture serves as a meeting point and backdrop, and locals clearly take pride in it.

Families moving through the area might appreciate it as a quick stop between other activities, though it's not something that'll hold the kids' attention for long unless they're really into contemporary art. History buffs won't find much here, but anyone interested in how communities responded to 2020 will get something from it.

If you're camping at Down to Earth Wild Camping just four miles away, it's an easy enough detour on your way to or from Larne's seafront. The town itself has proper charm - the harbour's lovely for a walk, and you can grab decent coffee nearby. Admission is free, naturally. Don't expect Instagram gold, but it's a genuine piece of local culture that reflects something real about recent times.