Aquarium art at Union Station

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Oct. 9, 2025 4:30 PM PT

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Have you ever noticed this aquarium in Union Station? It’s part of an art installation designed by two artists in 1995 that also features a mural, floor tiles and river bench.

@bexcastillo stopped by to chat with one of the artists and the diver in charge of aquarium maintenance.

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Rebecca Castillo

Rebecca Castillo is a content creator for the Los Angeles Times. Previously, she was a special projects lead for the Times’ High School Insider and other Public Affairs programs. A Southern California native, she is an alumna of Swarthmore College and USC. In her free time, you can find her hanging out at the Silver Lake Reservoir, drinking boba and exploring the city on foot.