Wednesday, August 10, 2005
St. Louis Will Sparkle With New Exhibit at the Missouri Botanical Garden
It was announced today that St. Louis’ spectacular Missouri Botanical Garden will present "Glass in the Garden: Chihuly at the Missouri Botanical Garden" in 2006, a custom-designed, stunning show of glass sculptures by Chihuly. The sculpture installations will be on display throughout the Garden from April 30 through October 31, 2006.
Chihuly's style is immediately identifiable by monumental abstract sculptures of intensely vibrant colors, fluid and organic forms, and complex groupings of many pieces.
The exhibit places dramatic fine art pieces within the lush landscapes of the 79-acre, landmark Missouri Botanical Garden and its signature Climatron conservatory.
The Garden will host "Chihuly Nights" every Thursday, which will offer visitors unique, dramatically lit views of the exhibit in the glow of evening.
The Explore St. Louis web site will soon contain details about special Chihuly hotel packages and other events taking place in St. Louis during the run of this sparkling exhibit.