Attracting thousands of visitors each year, Pyramid Hill Sculpture Park & Museum was a beautiful way for me to spend a lovely fall afternoon. Rolling hills, vast open spaces and sporadic woods total nearly 500 acres of canvas displaying over 80 contemporary works of art.
I have assembled a list of sculptures that cover the areas of the park’s North Woods, Central Valley and Overlook Hill as Part II of my visit. In addition to the artwork, the Ancient Sculpture Museum showcases terra cotta sculptures and old coins, an Egyptian sarcophagus and several other displays within a 10,000 square foot space. Check out my earlier post that covers the East Ridge of the park.
NORTH WOODS:
Extent / Clement Meadmore
Australian-born, Meadmore’s Extent was created from painted aluminum in 1981.
Ohio Star / Joel Perlman
New York native Perlman’s Ohio Star was commissioned by the park and stands 18 feet tall. It is one of three of his sculptures displayed at the park.
Still Life / Ed Benevente
California sculptor Benevente claims that his work “is a product of the sum of my life experiences up to that point.”
Adam’s First Breath / Sam McKinney
McKinney’s Adam’s First Breath sculpture was created out of 1800 pounds of bronze.
Keepsake / Antoinete Prien Schultze
Made from granite and glass, Prien Schultze’s Keepsake is over 10 feet tall and 4 feet wide.
Off Minor / Richard Heinrich
Heinrich’s work can be seen at various outdoor sculpture parks as well as galleries in both the United States and abroad.
Untitled / Ken Valmaki
Two Thumbs Up / Ed Casagrande
Ed Casagrande is a Cincinnatian known not only for his metal sculptures, but also his jewelry.
Untitled / John Leon
John Leon is a Cincinnati sculptor who also teaches and provides consulting services. According to John’s website, the figure seated on the bench is Harry Wilks, the park’s founder.
CENTRAL VALLEY:
Laocoon / Alexander Liberman
Liberman’s Laocoon was constructed from wielded steel in 1982.
Tory’s Comet / Harry Gordon
Gordon first studied ceramics until working with Borias Blai in Philadelphia.
Sky Walk / Joel Perlman
Perlman has studied at Cornell University and continued his education in London and Berkeley.
Wherefore Art Thou / Sam McKinney
The second of McKinney’s pieces at the Pyramid Hill Sculpture Park & Museum, he has been a freelance painter and sculptor over 30 years.
Abracadabra / Alexander Liberman
Liberman’s Abracadabra was made of painted steel and created in 1992.
Pteasuaurus II / John Parker
Having attended the Cleveland Institute of Art, Parker has worked extensively with metal fabrication and welding.
Long Wall / Joel Perlman
The Cube / Tony Rosenthal
Rosenthal’s The Cube can also be seen in New York City and on the University of Michigan campus.
J.S. Bach’s Fugue #1 / Tony Rosenthal
White Face / Jon Isherwood
Restoration / Jim Agard
Agard’s restoration measures 10 and a half feet tall and 18 feet wide, constructed from steel.
Cincinnati Story / George Sugarman
Sugarman’s Cincinnati Story was commissioned by the Chiquita Corporation to be placed in front of their corporate offices.
Clash of Arms / Dan Kainz
Kainz, born to a family of stonecutters, spent many hours cutting stone, creating his first sculpture at the age of 9.
Serpentine Column / Christoph Spath
German-born Spath came to the US in 1982. Serpentine Column is carved from African black granite and stands 126 feet tall, 32 feet wide and 16 feet deep. Plate glass layers are enclosed in the center giving off a green tint.
Pier Portal / Barry Tinsley
Tinsley’s sculpture was created using steel and cast concrete.
This concludes my second post about my experience at Pyramid Hill Sculpture Park & Museum. For more information about the park, check out my initial post which covers the East Ridge area of the property.
Photos cannot adequately describe my amazing experience exploring this phenomenal sculpture park and I highly recommend you visit in person.
Have you had the opportunity to visit Pyramid Hill Sculpture Park & Museum? What was your favorite sculpture and why? I would love to hear about your experience if you would kindly leave a message in the comments section below. Many thanks for reviewing my post and wishing you many Happy Travels!
What to See and What to Do:
Pyramid Hill Sculpture Park & Museum
1763 Hamilton Cleves Road
Hamilton, OH 45013
Telephone: 513 868 1234
- Admission Fee: General admission to the park is $8 for general admission and $3 for children between the ages of 5 – 12. Art cart rentals are available for $20 for the first hour and $15 per hour thereafter. Members receive a discount of $15 for the first hour and $10 thereafter.
- Hours: From April – October, the park is open Monday through Friday from 8 AM to 7 PM. On Saturdays and Sundays they are open from 8AM to 5PM. During the months from November to March they are open from 8 AM to 5PM seven days a week. The museum is open from 12 to 5 PM year around.
- Amenities: Concerts in the Park, museum, Holiday Lights on the Hill and Annual Art Fair.
- Length of Visit: To visit all of the sculptures by car, give yourself at least a couple of hours. If walking, you will need more time.
- Tips for Your Visit: Visit the park and museum’s website for upcoming events and the most up-to-date information. There are benefits of becoming a member and you can research this information on the parks website!
Where to Stay:
Courtyard by Marriott Hamilton
1 Riverfront Plaza
Hamilton, OH 45011
Telephone: 513 896 6200
Where to Eat:
Hyde’s Restaurant
130 South Erie Blvd.
Hamilton, OH 45011
Telephone: 513 892 1287
Serving the community since 1946, Hyde’s is an amazing restaurant to try some down home cooking. I ordered the breaded cod sandwich with a side salad with ranch. Should you visit Pyramid Hill Sculpture Park & Museum on a Thursday, save room for Peanut Butter Creme Pie.