The original Android statue, 'Cupcake,' was the first to be displayed when the tradition began in 2008.
When Google transitioned away from dessert-themed naming conventions for Android 10, the installation style shifted to reflect the new branding.
The statues were relocated from their original site near the Building 44 area to the current, more accessible location to better accommodate public visitors.
The garden represents an unofficial history of Google's internal development culture.
Some statues were created by artists who worked directly with the Android design team to ensure accurate branding representations.
The Android Statue Garden is a public installation located at the Googleplex headquarters in Mountain View, featuring large-scale sculptures of every major Android version mascot. The collection began as a tradition to celebrate each operating system release, with mascots ranging from Cupcake and Donut to the latest dessert-themed characters. The statues are constructed from fiberglass and foam, designed specifically for outdoor display. The installation is integrated directly into the corporate campus landscape near the Google visitor facilities. It serves as a visual timeline of the company's software development history. Visitors are permitted to walk among the sculptures for photographs. The garden is maintained as an open-air exhibition space by Google.
The central path that allows you to frame multiple statues in a single wide-angle shot.
Visit during daylight hours to ensure the best lighting for photos with the statues.
Check the Google Maps status before traveling, as the area can occasionally be restricted during private company events.
Combine your visit with a walk around the adjacent Googleplex campus exterior.
Attempting to enter the surrounding office buildings, which are private and restricted to employees and guests.
Respect the corporate campus grounds; do not climb on the statues or enter restricted office buildings.
