Mounts Adds Amazing Life-Sized Metal Animals as Prelude to Upcoming Leap into a Year of Nature, Art, & Science

​Friends of the Mounts Botanical Garden is inviting the public to suggest names for its seven newest garden accessories-life-sized animals crafted from recycled metal that have been placed around the 20-acre tropical oasis located just minutes from the hustle-bustle of downtown West Palm Beach.

"As a prelude to our upcoming Leap intoNature, Art & Science, a year of inspirational programming for all ages that will culminate with our new Ribbit the Exhibit II Grand Opening November 23, Mounts Botanical Garden has recently added seven life-sized metal animals-three giraffes, two elephants, and both a hippo and a lion," says Interim Co-Director Misty Stoller.

"We hope garden lovers of all ages will visit Mounts this summer, check out these new super-cool, man-made animals, and then email us their various name suggestions for each-from which our team will select the winning monikers," she adds. The email address is [email protected]. The deadline to enter is Labor Day, September 2.

This fun new Name Game for our seven metal animals is the perfect, family-friendly kick-off for the next major exhibition at Mounts Botanical Garden, which is coming back by popular demand:

Ribbit the Exhibit II
November 23 through May 25

This delightful new exhibit will feature 18-larger-than-life, thoughtfully crafted, and whimsically inspired sculptures by Andy Cobb," says Stoller. "Best of all, almost all of the super-sized sculptures will be new to Mounts and were not part of the original exhibition in early 2020"

"The 18 lovable, hand-crafted frog sculptures will be displayed throughout Mounts, providing a captivating window into the fascinating world of amphibians and their profound impact on our ecology," she adds.

During Ribbit the Exhibit II, Garden visitors can immerse themselves in a whimsical art experience where nature, art, and science converge harmoniously while discovering how these seemingly small creatures play a crucial role in the delicate balance of ecosystems and the interconnectedness that sustains the natural world.

Each frog sculpture is 5 to 7 feet tall, is crafted from hand-patinated copper, and each has a name and a story. Inspirational and Educational programming during this exhibit will include:

• Family Days, with activities for children and fun and informative presentations by experts.
• Wetlands Ecology and Environmental Workshops.
• "Frogtastic" educational programs.
  

For details on sponsoring this exhibit, visit https://www.mounts.org/leap-into-nature-art-science/.

During the summer, Mounts Botanical Garden is open to the public Tuesday through Sunday from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. (with the last entry at 2 p.m.), and the daily admission rate has been lowered to $15 for adults; $12 for seniors, college students and military with IDs; $7 for ages 6 to 17; and free for children under age 6. The traditional hours and rates at Mounts will resume this Fall.

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