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Review:
Grounds for Sculpture are one of New Jersey's loveliest outdoor sculpture parks, located on 42 acres in Hamilton on the former New Jersey State Fairgrounds land.
The nonprofit park, which was originally founded in 1992 by John Seward Johnson II, showcases an ever-changing collection of contemporary art sculptures, including a permanent collection of more than 270 large-scale works by American and international artists.
Prominent past works on display have included significant works by artist Seward Johnson, including his Forever Marilyn sculpture of Marilyn Monroe and his Unconditional Surrender, which recreated the iconic V-J Day Times Square photograph.
Six indoor galleries are also showcased, along with special events throughout the year like art classes, lectures, and moonlight garden tours. After viewing sculptures, visitors can dine at the grounds' lovely Rat's Restaurant, which is named in honor of the Wind in the Willows character of the same name.
Grounds for Sculpture, 80 Sculptors Way, Hamilton Township, NJ 08619, Phone: 609-586-0616
Rating: ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
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