Public art stop 22
The Washerwoman
Tribute to the hardworking pioneer women of Puerto Vallarta who washed clothing on the boulders of the Cuale River in the mid-20th century.
ArtistJim Demetro
Year2008
LocationDesembocadura del Río Cuale (Junto al Condominio Molino de Agua)
MaterialBronce fundido sobre rocas del río
DimensionsEscala natural con batea tradicional
Story and meaning
Welcome to Stop number twenty-two: The Washerwoman, by Jim Demetro. Tribute to the hardworking pioneer women of Puerto Vallarta who washed clothing on the boulders of the Cuale River in the mid-20th century. Photo tip: Shoot with the river rocks and ocean outlet in the warm afternoon light.
Visitor perspective
A touching historical tribute to the town's founding families.
Best photo angle
Shoot with the river rocks and ocean outlet in the warm afternoon light.
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