Dallas Arboretum and Botanical Garden : Outside the Ordinary

Feb 22 – Sep 1: ‘Outside the Ordinary’ unveils stunning floral displays and captivating sculptures by acclaimed artist, Seward Johnson

Featuring Crossing Paths monumental sculpture, and 10 life-size pieces

Step Outside the Ordinary and into a world of artistry during Dallas Blooms, featuring the captivating sculptures Seward Johnson. Known for his life-size, hyper-realistic bronze figures, Johnson’s work transforms everyday moments into extraordinary experiences.

Johnson’s monumental sculpture Crossing Paths, leaves its home in New Jersey for the first time this year, as the largest sculpture to ever exhibit at the Dallas Arboretum. Standing 20 feet tall, this piece is a groundbreaking highlight of the Dallas Blooms Festival. Don’t miss the chance to experience these remarkable works of art throughout the garden!

“Dallas Blooms is a celebration of nature’s beauty, community connection and artistic inspiration,” said Sabina Carr, president and CEO of the Dallas Arboretum. With the addition of Seward Johnson’s magnificent sculptures, extended evening hours, and hands-on activities, Dallas Blooms offers guests a chance to experience the garden in extraordinary new ways. This connection between art and nature is beautifully showcased in exhibitions like the one at the Dallas Arboretum, where his Celebrating the Familiar sculptures are displayed throughout the gardens. The placement of his figures among vibrant floral displays, shaded walkways, and reflective water features reinforced his vision of capturing life’s simple pleasures. Visitors encountered sculptures in a setting that made them feel like part of the scene, further blurring the line between art and reality.

For more information or to buy tickets: Dallas Arboretum and Botanical Garden

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