Maps of Second Life

Home of the exhibit "Maps of Second Life" in the New Kadath Lighthouse Art Gallery, curated by Professor Juliana Lethdetter-DeCuir. It is an exploration of the Main Grid’s history, geography, and culture as depicted via maps and cartography.

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Second Life Origins

SL Botanical Gardens

Explore, relax, meditate, hang out with friends, or just soothe your weary soul. Ride the gondola, commune with Buddha, discover the secret Mermaid grotto, and hug a tree or two at the SL Botanical Gardens, one of the oldest full-region public gardens in Second Life.

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Second Life Origins

ROMA

Roma was established in 2006. Journey to ancient Rome in this expansive area, which includes replicas inspired by many famous sites, such as the Forum and the Theater of Dionysus.

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Second Life Origins

The Blarney Stone

The Blarney Stone Irish Pub offers a vibrant atmosphere with daily social events and live DJ music. Visitors can also enjoy live music concerts making it a lively hub for entertainment and community gatherings. Learn more about their events at dublinsl.net

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Second Life Origins

Beta Contributor Wall

Second Life continues to grow thanks to its Residents, and this monument recognizes the early "beta pioneers" who helped make the baby steps possible and pushed SL into the public eye (in hand — get it?). Head north to find a public sandbox that's still used to create content, and farther north to check out what an old Welcome Area used to look like.

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Second Life Origins

The Man

"The Man" statue is one of the only surviving objects from the original "Linden Town" area that was developed in Second Life during the earliest Alpha stage of its development back in 2002. At times, The Man has served as a shrine where miscellaneous offerings were left, and a celebration of the creativity SL was founded upon.

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Second Life Origins

The Far Away

A blast from the past! Featured in The New York Times! The Far Away is an interactive 3D art installation in Second Life. First built in 2007 by AM Radio, now curated by Ziki Questi and Kinnaird Resident.

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Strange & Mysterious

Temple of Iris

Explore the secrets of Second Life at the mystical Moth Temple of Iris.

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Second Life Origins

Svarga

Climb on top of a giant wasp and take a guided tour of this tropical island, which first opened in 2006. Explore the library inside the central tower, relax near the spring fountain, or start an impromptu jam session with some peculiar elven instruments inside the playhouse.

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Second Life Origins

Stillman Giant Bears

These cuddly behemoths have welcomed travelers from all walks of Second Life to old Stillman, whether they were flying as avatars or arriving via zeppelin tours. Behind the bears, you can tour the legendary Ivory Tower of Primitives, where many generations of Residents have learned to build, and the freebie Bazaar and The Man statue are also worth sightseeing.

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Second Life Origins

SS Galaxy

Established in 2007, SS Galaxy, also known as the Queen of the Sagittarian Sea, is an enormous, full-featured cruise ship that spans three regions and offers an array of activities, just like a real world cruise!

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Second Life Origins

SL Historical Museum

Learn about the origins of Second Life and see displays of historical artifacts, images, and notecards that have been instrumental in shaping SL. Wear a free, fully-customizable avatar of our Primitar "ancestors" and relive magic from the early days.

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Second Life Origins

Pooley Stage

Some of the earliest meetings between Second Life residents and the Linden Lab development teams were held at Pooley Stage.

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Second Life Origins

Pooley Foot

Once a remote site where applicants for the first Linden Liaison team were interviewed, curious events caused the island to transform into a rather big foot. This isn't the only cultural spot in the area: head north to see what an early Orientation Island looked like, and eastward are stages that were used for early town hall chats.

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Second Life Origins

Old Orientation Stations at Dore

How did early Second Life Residents learn the basics? These Japanese-styled orientation stations are an essentially unchanged replica of lessons from 2003, so the information is outdated, but the nostalgia lives on.

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Second Life Origins

Muse Isle

Established in 2006, the Historic Muse Isle is one of the original live music and art venues in Second Life. It is the home of "Misfit Dance & Performance Art" with so many fun things to see, find, and do. Muse Isle is owned by JenzZa Misfit and has been involved in many RL education and enterprise projects. Come explore!

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Second Life Origins

Mont Saint Michel

Visit an in-world recreation of the beautiful French landmark, Mont Saint Michel.

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Spirituality & Belief

Mocha Cathedral

One of the first examples of detailed texturing dating back to the cusp of 2004, this cathedral proved hugely influential to successive generations of Second Life creators focused on realistic "brick and mortar" builds. Residents still use the prayer candles in memory of loved ones today.

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Second Life Origins

Lost Gardens of Apollo

Established in 2005, the Lost Gardens of Apollo is a relaxing and romantic spot with beautiful gardens, waterfalls, and secluded places to snuggle.

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Second Life Origins

Ivory Tower Library of Primitives

This self-guided, self-paced, comprehensive building tutorial also includes a weapons testing area and safe sandboxes where you can try out your newly-acquired skills.

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Second Life Origins

Inspire Space Park

Come be a part of the wonderful community at Inspire Space Park, running since 2007! Meditate in a cosmic sci-fi natural outer space galaxy built by talented SL artists. Blast off into the heavens, a universe of magic! Float amidst the stars and planets, and listen to soothing ambient tunes. They embrace everyone and value each of their visitors and many make a permanent home here. Affordable land rentals and moon base homes too!

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Second Life Origins

Governor Linden's Mansion

Home to the mythical Governor who's as elusive as Bigfoot, this Second Life heritage home hasn't changed much since its inception in 2002. It remains one of the few preserved examples of what inworld architecture was like back in the day. Come visit and find out how early pioneers survived before sculpted prims, then stroll to the basement for a time capsule of vintage goods.

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Second Life Origins

Da Boom

Visit Da Boom, the very first region in Second Life, founded in 2002. It's named after the real-life "De Boom" street in San Francisco, and Residents have speculated it's also a reference to the "Big Bang" of our virtual world's conception.

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Second Life Origins

Climbable Beanstalk

One of the oldest objects in SL is a beanstalk, created by Steller Sunshine in 2003. An influential model of organic shapes in a whimsical style, Steller used to hold contests challenging Residents to jump from leaf to leaf — can you make it to the top?

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Second Life Origins

Chouchou

Since 2008, Japanese music group Chouchou has brought their creativity to Second Life in several photogenic and atmospheric regions, including "Memento Mori," "Islamey" and "The Babel."

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Second Life Origins

Builder's Brewery

Established in 2008, Builder's Brewery is one of Second Life's oldest destinations for learning. Visit and take a free training class and learn all about building, textures, scripting, mesh, animations, and more. Join their 3x award-winning group, and there is even a Sandbox for builders. Check their website for their schedule of educational events. More info at buildersbrewery.com

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Second Life Origins

Boardman Themed Community

Before Linden Homes, there was Boardman, an early experiment of a themed community in a gentle suburban style. Don't be surprised that the zoning guidelines date back to January 2003, and should you run across any of the locals, they're mighty friendly, so ask if they'll share their stories.

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Second Life Origins

Bay City History Pavilion

Want to learn more about the Mainland community of Bay City? Get in deep and visit this display covering the city's history and featuring artifacts and images spanning it's existence from 2008 to today!

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Second Life Origins

Baffin Island

This island has seen many significant events, from its time as a welcoming spot for teen Residents "graduating" to adulthood to the hills used in Linden Lab ad promos for the then-new WindLight graphics. An abandoned library-turned-coffee shop is at the heart of it all, reminding us of how virtual connections can transform into real-life friendships.

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Neural Pixels Photo Exhibit

Come get lost in Neural Pixels! Snapshots from the virtual world that transform at your touch. Tap any photo to reveal its stunning AI-rendered real-world version. A little magic hides in every pixel. Wander, explore, touch everything, and bring a friend!

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Underwater

Sula Sgeir at Natthimmel

Sula Sgeir rises from the North Atlantic like a broken tooth, battered by wind and sea. Inspired by the remote island and its folklore, this destination follows Eòin's mysterious first visit to the lonely rock, where he discovers that Sula Sgeir, and something beneath the waves, may have recognized him. Natthimmel is a creative open space and photogenic destination that welcomes everyone for a visit.

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Sassy Art Gallery

Sassy Art Gallery is a Mediterranean-inspired outdoor gallery where local artists showcase their work in a scenic setting of marble walkways, arches, waterfalls, and ocean views. Connected to a café, it offers a relaxing place to enjoy art, gather with friends, and find inspiration.

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COLORFUL Gallery

Colorful Gallery is the starting point of a private collection open to the public, divided into three galleries containing works by both established and unknown artists with sculptures and photos, real or virtual, to visit and discover part of the vast world of art in Second Life.

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Visiting a friend by Cica Ghost

''Good friends are like stars. You don't always see them, but you know they are there.'' - old saying

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Notable Art Gallery

A glass conservatory for fine art and poetry. Explore the garden and rotating exhibits within a Highlands setting. Share your voice and story. Drawing, watercolors, oil paintings, acrylic paintings, charcoal, photography (both real life and Second Life), and poetry. Come sit, relax, and enjoy.

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Education

Irelund Museum of American Art

The Irelund Museum of American Art showcases nearly 100 reproductions of American artworks spanning from the late 1700s to the present. Explore galleries covering major artistic movements, browse free exhibition catalogs, and visit rotating special exhibitions in a museum inspired by real-world art history.

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Mosaic at SLEA6

Mosaic is a walk-through world inspired by the art of Moebius: vast desert, silent monoliths, and creatures from elsewhere. Visitors build the art themselves - step on a tile, and it flies to the center, forming a 3D mosaic never the same twice. There are also rides to try: winged skimmers that fly over the whole scene. Created by Lalie Sorbet and Chrix at the SLEA.

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Spider Mycron's Arts Project

Welcome to Spider Mycron's Arts Project at the SLEA. The mission is to bridge cultures through artistic dialogue, fostering a global community rooted in peace, love, and creative collaboration.

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Coastal Galleries

Coastal Galleries is a vibrant collaboration of creativity! Across the coastal village, art unfolds in many forms: bold installations, intimate displays, experimental pieces, and personal expressions from creators who treat Olympus as both sanctuary and stage. Every visit feels like stepping into a new story.

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Strange & Mysterious

FORTRESS

Nothing about what lies inside the fortress will be revealed here; it will be up to you to find out. Fortress at Hangars Liquides is the latest artwork by builder and immersion artist Djehan Kidd. It is a megabuild that extends across an entire simulator.

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Adventure & Fantasy

Somewhere

Somewhere is a remote island that is inhabited by tribes of rabbits, jackals, and cats. Lots of partying, lots of musicians, nice little villages (one of them rather on the weird side - but hey...), fireside chats, and neighborly gossip.

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The Mavin Tinker Gallery Museum

An art gallery museum in Bay City, hosting 6 floors of work from many SL artists spanning the years.

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Photogenic Spots

Lenixus Project - Chapter II

Lenixus Project is a personal artistic experience, for both the creator and visitors. A story told through exploration; environments, details, and atmosphere, without always explaining everything. It evolves over time, sometimes unpredictably.

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Mindcycle at TheRefuge

Rather than simply observing the artwork, visitors become part of it. Mindcycle at TheRefuge is a PBR-enabled art installation that reacts dynamically to avatar presence. At rest, the environment appears as a calm forest of illuminated colored tubes representing thoughts and memories. As more visitors gather, the system begins to destabilize - lights flicker, sounds distort, and the atmosphere becomes increasingly chaotic, reflecting the overwhelming mental strain associated with social anxiety.

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The Artist's Loft

You step out of the lift door in a former warehouse building and see before you a corridor leading to an artist's workplace and studio. With views over York, she works creating the artwork you find hung on the walls. Enjoy some calm in The Artist's Loft. These are the RL drawings and paintings of Sammie. No AI was used in their creation. Enjoy your visit.

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IMAGO Art Gallery

IMAGO Art Gallery is an art and culture destination featuring multiple exhibition spaces showcasing talented artists curated by Mareea Farrasco. Current exhibitions include “Soul” by Art Mysterious, “Living in Solid Air” by Miles Cantelou, “Fantasmagoria” by CARELYNA, “A Woodland Reverie” by Lethos Lionheart, and “Written On The Body” by Scylla Rhiadra.

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UNITY Art Gallery

UNITY Art Gallery is a vibrant space where art goes beyond the canvas and becomes an experience. Here, artists, musicians, writers, and creators come together to share their vision and build an atmosphere where every visitor becomes part of the moment.

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Tiger Lily Art Gallery

A gallery exploring the dark side of human nature through the power of expressive painting and the ascetic aesthetics of neo-primitivism.

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Gallery of Nim's Art

Nim’s Art Gallery features fine art, photos, and relief-style images, with select pieces available for purchase. Visitors can also request custom artwork. The space includes profile-style imagery and showcases work in both English and German.

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Digital Art - Cammino e Vivo Capovolto

Established in 2015, Cammino e Vivo Capovolto is a creative place dedicated to 3D art and photography by Mistero Hifeng. Welcome to a place where dreams are timeless.

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BURIED REPLICA at Selen's Gallery aRTkqviP

Buried Replica is an interactive exhibition merging the 2D art and music of Creme DeMilo with the 3D immersive environments of Ciaran Astral. Designed as a dynamic, experimental space with a mysterious and dystopian feel, the exhibit invites visitors to explore a series of sprawling, seamless 360-degree environment that includes a custom-built maze among its discoveries.

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Vivienne's Art Gallery

Vivienne’s Art Gallery in the sky features a modern exhibition space with vibrant digital artworks. Visitors can explore colorful marine and landscape art with detailed compositions in a quiet setting designed for browsing and photography.

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Cedarbridge Gallery & Artists Community

Cedarbridge Gallery & Artists Community aims to help artists display their artwork. It offers a community feel, a place to sit and chat, develop ideas together, and enjoy the creative experience.

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Lumes of Innocence

Lumes of Innocence is an art journey from dark to light. Take a sequential journey through light and shadow. Experience the world through a child’s eyes and your own reflections. Follow the path from dark strata to Sky Toy Land, ending at The Leaves of Grass Cafe.

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Bryn Oh's Claxxon and Fern

Claxxon and Fern by Bryn Oh is the sequel to Lobby Cam, the Canada Council for the Arts supported artwork, which is now found on Steam. For the full effect, Bryn plays the character Fern and takes small groups through the narrative personally. It is a unique immersive experience.

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Photogenic Spots

The Village of Salem 1692

The Village of Salem is the latest artistic creation by Anu Papp, curator and designer. It is dedicated to honoring those who died during the Salem witch trials. The Village of Salem showcases its dedication to historical detail and immersive storytelling, offering visitors a genuine glimpse into life in the late seventeenth century.

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International

The China Buddha Caves

In this monumental build for SL, London Junkers brings a version of the famous UNESCO World Heritage China Buddha Caves, known as Buddhist grottoes, that represent a millennium of artistic and religious evolution along the Silk Road.

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Photogenic Spots

The Third Place

The Third Place is a vibrant region where you should wander around, take photos, explore virtual art, and chat. Every week, its works change, are refined, or disappear. Don't miss out! It's perfect for couples and artists. Come enjoy the beaches, caves, hidden treasures, and sunrises. Neurodivergent friendly.

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Role-playing Communities

Halfling Museum in Tweenwater

Located in Asguild - Land of the Halflings, the Halfling Museum features artwork and artifacts inspired by famous halflings of lore from classic fantasy literature. It is a pastoral fantasy destination featuring earth-sheltered homes, farmland, and cliffside mines. Visitors can explore a walk-through of the museum, gather at Odo’s Tavern, and enjoy a peaceful village open to travelers and lovers of fantasy role-play.

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Time Lost Art

Time Lost Art is an art gallery in Bay City dedicated to the appreciation of the arts.

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Monnada Art Gallery

Monnada Art Gallery is currently featuring the exhibit Tales of Hallucinations by Night Lefevre. Tales of Hallucinations is a thought-provoking art show that reimagines classic tales through the lens of artificial intelligence. In this exhibition, human prompts are used as catalysts for AI-generated artworks and poems, breathing life into timeless stories and myths.

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SLEA Calder

A massive, kinetic tribute to sculptor Alexander Calder by artists Lalie Sorbet & Chrix at the SLEA. Don't just view art—ride through it! Take the whimsical Sky Lift high into the clouds to float among giant, moving Animesh mobiles. A joyful exploration of drawing in space.

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SLRandom ArtCrew

The SLRandom ArtCrew presents an experiential region that explores art, the Awareness Gallery, all set within an idyllic rural shire fantasy landscape.

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MOLEKYLE: An Artist's Vision

Step inside Molekyle, a monumental, region-wide 3D art installation by Betty Tureaud. This stunning work offers an immersive, visceral experience inside a massive collection of self-assembling molecules. Constructed entirely with traditional, non-AI 3D tools, it is a testament to the artist's virtual dexterity. Come wander about and explore.

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Digital Arts Gallery

The Digital Arts Gallery hosts artists and exhibitions year-round. They are a group of artists who enjoy sharing art and ideas about art and work with up-and-coming and established artists. The work they exhibit varies from photography to sculpture, to interactive, and also work in between.

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Malinas Galerie

You are invited to a compelling exhibition of black-and-white photography by the artist Malina Emerald. Enter a world stripped of color, where the profound depth and drama of the subject matter are revealed through the masterful use of monochrome. Malina’s work is a powerful exploration of light and shadow, relying purely on the interplay between black, white, and subtle grey tones.

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The Witching Hour - Witches in Art

This captivating exhibit at The Vordun Museum traces centuries of intrigue, fear, and power surrounding the image of the witch, from medieval manuscripts to romantic paintings and modern interpretations. The Witching Hour invites visitors to explore how witchcraft and the supernatural have been portrayed and reimagined throughout art history.

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The Termites

A creative hub with nine themed stages combining light shows, music, dance, and art. The Termites also hosts galleries, artist platforms, and cultural events. It's a vibrant destination where imagination comes alive.

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Infinite Art Gallery

Infinite Art Gallery is a contemporary virtual space in Second Life dedicated to showcasing diverse, forward-thinking digital art. The gallery features a wide range of styles and themes - from abstract and experimental to emotional, environmental, and conceptual. With a focus on inclusivity, mentorship, and creative exchange, Infinite Art Gallery invites visitors to explore immersive works and experience art as a universal language that inspires connection and self-expression.

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Moya Ghost Train

The Moya Ghost Train at the wonderful world of Moya tells the artistic journey of French artist Patrick Moya. Patrick Moya showcases his real works in Second Life, using the platform to prepare his real-world exhibitions and produce video projections that accompany his artistic performances.

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Cafes & Hangouts

Rosieri Entertainment Zone CQMYdAGw

Rosieri Entertainment Zone welcomes all with a mix of relaxing spots and engaging activities, from a cat café to minigolf and a 70s disco. At its heart is a moving multimedia exhibition, “Bill’s War,” sharing one man’s untold story during and after WW2. Visit via the grey button on the teleporter or head behind the disco to explore.

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OBSIDIA

OBSIDIA is a remote and enigmatic place, suspended between the present and the unknown, somewhere between tranquility and unease, where reality seems to dissolve. It may feel like an escape from everything, yet there is always a lingering sense that something more awaits, something yet to be discovered.

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International

Korea City Art Space

Korea City Art Space is an immersive destination showcasing an emotional and introspective art exhibition. Visitors are invited to reflect and connect with the works on display, each piece offering a unique and personal experience.

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Bryn Oh's Imogen and the Pigeons

Bryn Oh’s Imogen and the Pigeons follows the story of Imogen and her dream of joining a group of pigeons who perch on the wires and ledge outside her window at the Home for the Incurably Melancholy. The Singularity of Kumiko is the prequel!

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Arcanum

Enter the world of Arcanum, a full PBR experience. Each telephone booth will take you to 8 different immersive exhibits. You will encounter luminous geometries, flowing energies, and questions that invite contemplation. Allow yourself to be surprised.

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Murmuration at SLEA6

Inspired by the natural effect of birds flocking, Murmuration by Laile Sorbet and Chrix offers a perpetually shifting visual that invites relaxation and escape. Visitors can fly or float through this serene space, sharing a moment of peace with friends or loved ones.

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International

Peng Lai

Peng Lai is a fairyland above the clouds, where you can see ancient Chinese art, culture, architecture, furniture, paintings, and decorations. Relax and enjoy the beautiful scenery and music.

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Education

MoMa - Museum of Modern Art

Situated within the historic first regions of Second Life, the Museum of Modern Art invites you to embark on a journey through the realm of virtual art. Immerse yourself in the creative expressions of the collective imagination.

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Scirocco Art Galleries and Gardens

Explore the unique Scirocco Art Galleries where creative art meets architectural design! The galleries are presented by Miles Cantelou, who is a professional painter with a passion for abstract expressionism art. These galleries offer a balance of RL artwork, SL created images, photography, and a dedicated gallery showing creative work by other SL artists.

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Henri Matisse: Creativity Takes Courage

Henri Matisse: Creativity Takes Courage, a landmark exhibition at The Vordun Museum's new underground level. This extraordinary collection brings together over 140 works spanning three decades of Matisse’s groundbreaking career, from 1897 to 1927. Featuring paintings, sculpture, drawings, etchings, and lithographs, the exhibition reveals the evolution of his iconic style and his fearless pursuit of artistic expression.

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Algorithmic Dreams Art

Located along Route 8A in The Bend, Algorithmic Dreams by Alan showcases vibrant wall art in various styles from modern digital design to soft watercolors. Visitors can explore a diverse collection of romantic portraits, serene landscapes, and expressive animal art. Each piece combines digital artistry with emotional warmth, perfect for both homes and businesses.

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Souland Gallery

A realm where art meets soul, Souland Gallery is dedicated to showcasing breathtaking creations from talented artists across Second Life. This gallery is a haven for those who cherish the beauty of artistic expression and the connections it inspires.

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Walls at Akimori

Walls lead nowhere. Walls is an art installation by Bamboo Barnes to convey their current state of mind. The walls in our mind and the walls that exist in the world in which we exist give us many thoughts and conflicts. It has elements that are considered heavy, but show a balance with what is still there, not to be self-deprecating. In this sense, "Walls" has a strong personal attachment to the artist.

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KOO store

KOO Store at Motherland carries random things by Eupalinos Ugajin, including PBR materials, 3D sculptures, some cats, and a green dinosaur.

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Danse Macabre: Mortality in Art

Welcome to Danse Macabre at The Vordun Museum and Gallery, an exploration of the omnipresence of death in art and culture from the 15th through 17th centuries. In an age marked by plague, war, and religious upheaval, death was a constant companion, shaping the way people viewed their lives and their ultimate fate. This exhibition brings together a powerful collection of woodcuts, murals, and paintings, all of which confront mortality head-on.

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Music

Deep End Records

Deep End Records is a small nostalgic experience in the form of an audio gallery. Do you ever miss the times when you could go to the mall and listen to music? Now you can relive this feeling while also exploring the creative talent of Second Life Residents.

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The Tudors Art Gallery

Come and have a look at the photography art captured by Alex Tudor, with imagery formed by his fantasy as well as inspired by photogenic Second Life destinations. Every view tells its own tale as well as the angle used, with that moment captured on the canvas forever.

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Better Together Forever Gallery

Come enjoy the gallery and its grounds, which change with every passing season. Here, for your enjoyment, you will find digital art, a zen water garden, poetry readings, a film study featuring the top movies of the last 100 years, an ongoing seminar series featuring Latin American music genres and key composers, and live music from time to time. This is a place to relax and enjoy the arts in multiple forms. You are invited to come and join in the activities here.

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Nature & Parks

Forest Art Walk

Embark on an artistic journey through the forest and discover magical, interesting, and perhaps even strange things. 3D works of art by some well-known and lesser-known artists are exhibited here. This destination also uses PBR-Materials & PBR-Light. The path is winding and you can discover something around every corner. modeled after the Deep Forest Art Land in Denmark. More information can be found at the landing point.

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Home & Garden

Leyenda Designs

Leyenda Designs is a decor store and art gallery offering a curated collection of statues, fountains, and backdrops, catering to a variety of aesthetic preferences. Visitors can explore an array of art pieces, each designed to enhance virtual environments. Custom requests are welcomed, allowing for personalized creations that meet specific needs and visions.

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Subcutan Art Gallery

The Subcutan Main Gallery and central teleporting point to all Subcutan Galleries and the beautiful Japanese garden for walking, recharging, or simply relaxing.

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Miralume at Akimitsu

Welcome to Miralume, a region-wide art exhibit by Scarlet Fey, Delain Canucci and Gem Preiz on the Akimitsu region. The exhibit takes full advantage of the new PBR textures, reflections, and mirrors to create a fantastic and magical experience. The latest addition to The Borderless Project: Miralume derives its name and inspiration from the 2024 Fantasy Faire region by Scarlet Fey. You will need a PBR enabled viewer.

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Kultivate Arts

Kultivate Arts features four art galleries that showcase the art of both new and established artists in the virtual world of Second Life. The arts center also has two venues and an attached scenic region for photographers and artists to explore. For more info: www.kultivatemagazine.com

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The Annex of Nitroglobus

The Annex is an extension to the main hall of the Nitroglobus Roof Gallery. It is a platform for emerging artists to showcase their work.

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Kondor Art Center

The Kondor Art Center is a place for art, photography, installations, music, dance, theatre, and other cultural events in Second Life. Composed of the Kondor Art Gallery (1 and 2), the Kondor Art Garden, the Kondor Art Square, the Kondor Art Club, the Museum, and other small art galleries, the Kondor Art Center has one cultural event each week.

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Glimpses of the Sanctuary

Glimpses of the Sanctuary is an immersive experience as seen through the eyes of Photographer Tallis Blackwood. Please turn up sounds, lower music, and use the shared environment. Allow yourself to be transported to the secret home of the Lotus! Enjoy!

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Hypnagogia Gallery

Hypnagogia is the eclectic photography of Hepburn. Her work varies from Whimsical to somewhat Macabre. She is also an accomplished landscape and portrait artist. Some works are available to purchase.

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The Studio Collection

The Studio Collection features a curated gallery of small installations, models, and works in progress on the ground level. A collection of artwork from noted artists is displayed upstairs. Visitors can also explore “All the Songs We Never Sang,” a thoughtful installation located on a platform above.

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Mandel Solano WorkShop

Mandel Solano Workshop is a dynamic creation space where Mandel Solano crafts various items, exploring the potential of this virtual world. Visitors are encouraged to use teleport points to access different levels within the workshop. For optimal viewing of the intricate lighting, guests should adjust their settings to Midnight. This ever-evolving workshop offers a glimpse into the creativity and technical skill of its maker.

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The Gate

As you walk through the gate, you are immediately struck by the presence of a God. The vibrant red color of the gate is said to represent Inari's divine power and energy. The dark city radio is a key element of this art installation, providing a constant soundtrack to the experience.

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The Beckridge Gallery

Arches is an art exhibit at The Beckridge Gallery with panoramic and abstract landscape photography of Arches and Canyonlands National Parks by diamond Marchant, shot in February 2024 near Moab, Utah.

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International

Zoe Gallery

The Zoe Gallery showcases a collection of Friedl Aigner's artworks, featuring Austrian and South French landscape drawings and paintings. These pieces, primarily from the 1980s and 1990s, reflect Aigner's real-life inspirations and artistic endeavors, offering visitors a diverse visual experience.

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The Carbone Studio

The Carbone Studio presents the artworks of Milena Carbone which includes her writings, her pictorial works, and choreographies. It is also a pleasant relaxing place, with its dance room that broadcasts music videos on a giant screen 24 hours a day.

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Kerupa's World

Welcome to Kerupa’s World at Akimori, an extraordinary region-wide art installation by the visionary 3D artist Kerupa Flow. Every month you will find new artwork starting on the first Saturday of each month when famed pianist Rulie Cisse joins Kerupa for a new concert of music and lights. Currently on display is: “Invisible“ an interactive exposition on the aftermath of the 2011 earthquake and Tsunami.

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Art Galerie HaXue

HaXue is an international art gallery and haven spanning six floors, all crafted with Second Life's integrated tools. It's a place for dreams, friendship, and artistic exchange, complete with gardens, events, and a warm, welcoming atmosphere. Your creative spirit is always welcome here.

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KAMMIO Macabre Collection

The Macabre Collection at KAMMIO is a chilling anthology that delves into the darkest corners of Second Life's imagination, offering a curated selection of spine-tingling tales that explore the macabre, the eerie, and the inexplicable. From Lightning House to cursed artifacts, each story within this collection invites readers to journey into realms where the line between the living and the dead blurs!

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Social Awareness

Premier Business Center

The Premier Business Center (PBC) is a multicultural business center, virtual museum, and art space focused on education, history, and cultural impact. Its Cultural Arts Center and Black History Museum are open daily for self-guided exploration, featuring exhibits on Black history, civil rights, innovation, and creative achievement through rotating displays and art.

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Centauria Community Gallery

An art gallery focused on fantasy and story-telling with regular exhibits and events. It is a part of the Centauria Community Regions.

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Salient Contemporary Art Gallery

Salient Contemporary Art Gallery promotes a vibrant and inclusive arts and culture experience in SL and beyond. This gallery is a curated, rotational gallery exhibition space for emerging artists focused on non-second life-related work.

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Morris Code Studios

Morris Code studios features the artwork of Poppy Morris. This little city and the surrounding area give a nod to solarpunk and lunarpunk aesthetics, while existing in an imaginary landscape.

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Education

City of Thebes, Ta Kemet

Journey through time at the City of Thebes, Ta-Kemet, a Luxor Temple-inspired museum. Immerse yourself in the splendor of Ancient Egypt and explore Queen Nefertari's tomb, QV66. Connect with a lost civilization.

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HeArt & Soul Gallery

The HeArt & Soul Gallery welcomes you to explore art that touches your heart, your soul, and your mind. The exhibiting artists change bi-monthly, with different themes, different styles, and different perspectives.

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Manifestations NL

Manifestations NL is one of the virtual locations of the Dutch Design Week, the largest RL event of its kind in Northern Europe. Several 3D artists are involved and can be found through the special Manifestations land in SL. On this island, you will find portals to various artworks, experimental live performances, dance parties, and more. Learn more at manifestations.live.nu

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The Peale's Lee Boot Exhibit

Explore "Abstracts & Artifacts" by Lee Boot, a virtual art exhibition at The Peale in Second Life. Lee Boot spent 25 years merging artistic thought with scientific research to address societal challenges, emphasizing the unique perspectives artists offer. He believes in artists' potential not just for their creations, but for their mindset, asserting that our biggest hurdles stem from a lack of imagination and cultural understanding.

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NUNA

NUNA is an arts ecosystem, a region of themed galleries with experimental works by living artists, real world and virtual, and a collection of culturally significant pieces. NUNA has an education focus. Artworks on display are captioned and contextualised; the goal is to display art in context so that it can be better understood.

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Michiel Bechir Gallery

The Michiel Bechir Gallery is a place for both Second Life photographers and people who are interested in art. There are monthly events with a DJ or a live artist.

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Fashion & Accessories

BOSL Innovation Pavillion

BOSL Innovation Pavillion is home to the Best of Second Life Magazine brand which promotes all things fashion-related. Find some of the best designers, models, magazines, pageants, art shows, and more! You can also visit the winery, cafe, gardens, and the Art Gallery which showcases some of the best artists in Second Life.

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Cafes & Hangouts

LiThO

LiThO is a tiny art(ist) Café . Have a seat and take a coffee and cake, and enjoy the awesome artworks of several international artists, or just relax with your friends at this cosy and comfy spot within the Corsica South Coasters mainland community. Artwork exhibitions and artists change monthly, so don't forget to stop by again!

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Palace of Fine Art

Welcome to the Palace of Fine Art, on the canals in the heart of beautiful Bay City. The Palace is home to the Evergarden Gallery and All the Best café where you can enjoy an afternoon in the luxurious art museum, explore the gardens, shop, and relax with friends. Take the Bay City Ferry, ride the bus, or take the teleport. Only the finest make it to the Palace!

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Bryn Oh's Anna's Many Murders

Anna was a quiet girl, who through eyelashes watched the world, and though she appeared to be quite meek, inside she harboured a darker streak.

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Dice no more!

Dice no more is an art installation by Eupalinos Ugajin full of random things and a fishing spot in the center. Learn more at eupalinosugajin.wordpress.com

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NO ONOFF #4 by Sascha Carvalho

Fashion designer Sascha Carvalho presents the NO ONOFF #4 metaverse installation salon, which seeks to bridge the gap between physical and metaverse environments. The works on display at this multimedia salon address reality, sex, gender, personal identity, and the way we view ourselves and each other in our globalized world. Featured at the largest design event in northern Europe: DDW

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The Hexagons

The Hexagons is a place dedicated to those who produce and play their own music, a catalogue of musicians who produce or have produced their own music in Second Life. The Hexagons also has a stage on the roof where occasionally events can be organised. If you are a composer, do not hesitate to contact Livio Korobase to be added to the exhibition.

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Photogenic Spots

Photo Cafe

Photo Cafe' is a meeting place for all SL Photographers (at any level) to gather and share experiences, hints, tips, and tricks, landmarks or contests (inworld or on socials), and whatever else comes to mind! They hold moderated discussions, events, and exclusive or retrospective exhibits. Learn more at www.photocafe.news

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Cloud Galleries

Cloud Galleries is a sky art district above Corsica in Corsica South Coasters, curated by Owl Dragonash. Rotating exhibitions by resident and guest artists unfold across connected sky spaces, with seasonal installations woven throughout the corridor. Visitors can walk directly to NovaOwl’s Sky Gallery and Late Night Lounge, as well as Ceakay Ballyhoo’s installation area and evolving seasons.

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Andante Gallery

Andante Gallery on the Surplus Motors region proudly presents a variety of artists rotating on a monthly basis.

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Heartseed

Heartseed is the creation of Jedda Zenovka. Its psychedelic mix of form and color is, in Jedda’s words, “Tripped-out designs that naturally fuse organic forms; water, sounds, plant-creatures, that blend into a mythical protopean environment.”

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Elven Falls

Elven Falls is a UK and USA based art orientated community with galleries, stores, and unique housing.

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The Hannington Arts Foundation

The Hannington Arts Foundation at Xeltentat Enterprises features Second Life artists at their Memory Gongs collaborative galleries. It's three galleries built together, each with their distinctive style, to show Second Life pictures, First Life pictures, and Erotic pictures. It's a collaborative effort that features photographs from Sweet Susanowa, Violaine, and Therese Carfagno. The pictures are for sale at different prices. The galleries are built to be walker-friendly, and in between, there are places to sit down and relax.

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