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Ohio’s Pyramid Hill Sculpture Park & Museum, Part II

23 July 201716 September 2024

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.

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Exploring Hamilton, Ohio’s Pyramid Hill Sculpture Park & Museum, East Ridge

16 July 201716 September 2024

Opening in the spring of 1996, Pyramid Hill Sculpture Park & Museum was once the home and property of Harry T. Wilks.  Wilks dedicated this piece of land for the artistic display of larger than life sculptures.  Within a year, the popularity of the park led to the facility’s expansion offering Concerts in the Park, Holiday Lights on the Hill and an annual Art Fair, which has attracted over 100 vendors.

Out of curiosity, I spent a beautiful fall afternoon to walk the park’s paved trails and to explore the large scale works of art on display.  Here is Part One of my visit to include an overview of the fascinating East Ridge display area.  Stay tuned for an additional post that covers the North Woods, Central Valley and Overlook Hill.

Phase I, Harold Betz

This was the first sculpture installed in the park.  Harold Betz owned a metal business in Hamilton, OH.

Torre II, Alexander Liberman

Alexander Liberman has three sculptures on display at the park.

The Gates / John Hock

Located in front of the gift shop, this  sculpture is made  from painted steel, stained and then waxed.

Triumph / Michael Tearney

A trained artist, Tearney’s education was augmented by his working with welding supply companies.

The Bench / Tony Rosenthal

Rosenthal’s Coriolis (Bench) Sculpture won him the 1997 Pyramid Hill Bench competition.

Jonah’s Passage / Jon Isherwood

Located near the amphitheater, Isherwood’s Jonah’s Passage is one of five sculptures the artist has on display at Pyramid Hill Sculpture Park.

Age of Stone / Jon Isherwood

Nine pieces of granite comprise Isherwood’s masterpiece, “Age of Stone.”

Remembering / Jon Isherwood

Born in England, Isherwood studied under Anthony Caro, a leading sculptor over the past 30 years.

Strength of the Silent / Jon Isherwood

Untitled Bench / Jon Isherwood

Stan Thomson / Butterflies

Thomson is a local Cincinnati artist who also spends time in Naples, Florida.   One of many of his sculptures can also be seen at the Dayton International Airport.

Roxane / George Sugarman

Roxane is one of two Sugarman sculptures on display at Pyramid Hill Sculpture Park.

Citizen / Walter Driesbach

Driesbach’s Citizen is a bronze casting created for a mold of the original walnut carving.

Dragonfly Dome / Voss Finn

Finn is a Cincinnati native who studied in New York.  His dragonfly dome was created from aluminum.

Trilogy / Obie Simonis

Simonis constructed the Trilogy sculpture from stainless steel and epoxy.

Paul / Martin Gantman

Gantman donated his winning entry for the Bench Competition 2000 to the Pyramid Hill Sculpture Park.

Melinda at the Beach / Bill Barrett

Two of Barrett’s bronze sculptures are on display at The Pyramid Hill Sculpture Park.

Venus and Psyche / Bill Barrett

Originally from Los Angeles, Barrett’s sculptures are featured in museums in the USA, Japan and Bulgaria.

Euclid’s Cross / Michael Dunbar

Dunbar’s Euclid’s Cross is a tribute to Euclid, the father of geometry and America’s industrial resourcefulness.

Pattern IV / Greg Johns

Australian-born sculptor Greg Johns is known throughout the world for his contemporary works with steel.  He has worked as a full-time sculptor for over forty years.

Untitled / Ken Valmaki

Fourth Obelisk / Tom Gibbs

Standing 16 feet tall, Gibbs’ Fourth Obelisk was constructed of painted steel.

A Smile from Bayon / Joseph Manino

Winning the 2004 Bench Competition, Manino’s 375 pound bench was created from stoneware.

The Web / Brian Monaghan

Canadian sculptor Monaghan’s beam sculpture measures 18 feet high by 20 feet wide.

The Quantic of Giza / Tim Scott

The Quantic of Giza is one of a group of three sculptures designed by Tim Scott in the mid 1960s.

Clear View / Michael Steiner

Talented Michael Steiner displayed his artwork at New York’s Fischbach Gallery at the age of eighteen.

Falline Flora / Don Creech

The sculpture was donated to the park and museum by Don Creech’s family to ensure that his artwork would forever be on display.

General / Unknown Chinese Artist

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.

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