Sculptural Visions

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Sculptural Visions celebrates sculpture in all its forms. Learn from visiting artists demonstrating different techniques including clay modeling, wood and stone carving, metal and wire working, and mixed media. Participate in hands-on activities with the whole family or just take advantage of free admission to the park. Normal entry fees waived in honor of National Public Lands Day.

Join us September 28, 2024!

 

2024 Activities Program

 

Kick-Off Concert

Villalobos Brothers & Myra Flynn
10am - 11:30am
Saint-Gaudens NHP welcomes back acclaimed artists to kick-off the festivities in a special performance in partnership with the West Claremont Center for the Arts.

 

NPS/ Eli Burakian

Demonstrations

Meet the Sculptors
11am - 4pm
Area sculptors of various mediums and styles share their art and demonstrate their process.

Bronze Pouring Demonstrations
1pm & 3pm
Watch as molten metal becomes a recognizable sculpture in this demonstration by artist Glen Campbell.

Process of Sculpture
12pm & 2pm
Join sculptor-in-residence Davis Fandiño for a demonstration and talk about the creative and technical process of creating sculpture.

 

Talks & Tours

Artist Talk & Exhibit Tour
11:30am
Join Christina Pitsch in a tour of her contemporary art exhibit "the ways we remember: monument, memento, souvenir" in the Picture Gallery.

Beyond the Bronze
2:30pm
This ranger-guided program explores the sculptures of Augustus Saint-Gaudens around the country and their continued impact today.

 

Ongoing Activities

Artmaking for All
11am - 1pm & 1:30pm - 4pm
Drop by the Caretaker's Garage for art activities that include watercolor postcards, sketching, and playing with clay. Supplies and inspiration provided.

Junior Ranger
9am - 4:30pm
Earn your Junior Ranger badge my completing a zine-style activity booklet.

 

About National Public Lands Day

All normal entry fees are waived during this event in honor of National Public Lands Day. This annual celebration organized and led by the National Environmental Education Foundation, in partnership with the National Park Service and other federal agencies. This special day provides all lovers of the environment—old and new—an opportunity to show our appreciation for these unique places. The theme for this year—30 Years of Care and Community—celebrates the 30th year of National Public Lands Day.

Learn about volunteering oppotunities when you visit the park on September 23 or anytime online.