The Morongo Basin Transit Authority Station sculpture is a monumental public artwork in Yucca Valley, California, created by artist David Falossi of Falossi Studios. Hand-carved from approximately 33,000 pounds of limestone and incorporating about 2,000 pounds of glass, the installation celebrates the native animals and history of the Morongo Basin.

About the Sculpture

Created by David Falossi, the work rises as a group of monumental, stacked limestone forms at the Morongo Basin Transit Authority Station. At its heart is a carved figure of a woman holding a child, framed within the stone — a tribute to the people and heritage of the high desert.

Carved by hand from roughly 33,000 pounds of limestone and combined with about 2,000 pounds of glass, the installation reads as both landmark and gathering place for the community it serves.

Native Desert Animals

The sculpture is carved with the native animals of the Morongo Basin — a coyote, a desert tortoise, a jackrabbit, a lizard and a desert bird — woven across the stone alongside a band of glass that catches the desert light.

The Artist: David Falossi

David Falossi is a sculptor and artist known for creating large-scale, hand-carved works that explore the relationship between people and natural materials. Through Falossi Studios, he produces sculpture that emphasizes craftsmanship, physical process, and a connection to place.

Materials & Process

• Material: Carved limestone with glass
• Limestone: Approximately 33,000 pounds
• Glass: Approximately 2,000 pounds
• Method: Hand-carved

Location

The sculpture is located at the Morongo Basin Transit Authority Station in Yucca Valley, California, in the high desert of San Bernardino County.

Meaning & Inspiration

The work is inspired by the native animals and the history of the Morongo Basin. Sited at a transit station, it gives travelers a sense of place — honoring the desert’s wildlife and the people who have long called this landscape home.

Frequently Asked Questions

Who created the Morongo Basin Transit Station sculpture?

The sculpture was created by artist David Falossi of Falossi Studios.

What is the sculpture made of?

It is hand-carved from approximately 33,000 pounds of limestone and incorporates about 2,000 pounds of glass.

Where is the sculpture located?

It is located at the Morongo Basin Transit Authority Station in Yucca Valley, California.

What does the sculpture depict?

It depicts native desert animals — including a coyote, desert tortoise, jackrabbit, lizard and bird — along with a carved figure of a woman and child, inspired by the wildlife and history of the area.

Who is the artist behind the work?

David Falossi, a sculptor of large-scale, hand-carved stone and glass works through Falossi Studios.