Chihuly at Frederik Meijer Gardens and Sculpture Park: A New Eden April 30, 2010

The work of renowned artist Dale Chihuly will be the subject of a large-scale outdoor exhibition at Frederik Meijer Gardens and Sculpture Park. Monumental glass sculptures will be sited in 15 locations as diverse as the English Perennial Garden, Woodland Shade Garden, Children’s Garden, and Sculpture Park as well as several wetland areas and the great lawn fronting the landmark Tropical Conservatory. Chihuly designed the exhibition specifically to respond to the horticultural focus and natural conditions of each of the respective sites. Chihuly at Frederik Meijer Gardens and Sculpture Park: A New Eden celebrates the efforts of one the world’s foremost artists across the campus of one of the nation’s most unique cultural organizations. In addition to the exhibition, two permanent installations are on display: Gilded Champagne Gardens Chandelier in Meijer Gardens’ Atrium and the newly installed Lena’s Garden suspended from the ceiling of the Café.

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