Grounds for Sculpture, Sculpture garden and nonprofit organization in Hamilton Township, United States.
The 42-acre park displays over 270 outdoor contemporary sculptures across natural woodlands, ponds, and bamboo groves while maintaining eight indoor exhibition galleries.
The site transformed from the New Jersey State Fairgrounds into a public sculpture park in 1992 through the initiative of artist Seward Johnson.
The park maintains rotating exhibitions throughout the year, featuring works from established artists and emerging talents in contemporary sculpture.
Visitors need timed entry tickets and can participate in guided tours, workshops, or educational programs designed for different age groups and abilities.
The park incorporates more than 2,000 trees and 100 plant species, creating seasonal backgrounds that change the appearance of art installations.
Location: New Jersey
Inception: 1992
Phone: +(609)5860616
Website: http://groundsforsculpture.org
GPS coordinates: 40.23569,-74.71761
Latest update: July 24, 2025 11:44
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