Blackfoot Pathways:Sculpture in the Wild
Blackfoot Pathways:Sculpture in the Wild
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Jasmine
Philadelphia, PA120 contributions
Jul 2021 • Solo
Awesome outdoor art installations! I’m so glad a local Montanan suggested I visit, or I Bc would’ve missed out.
The ponderosa pines provided enough shade that the temperature wasn’t too hot, plus the gorgeous piney aroma. I really enjoyed meandering through the woods, reading about each artist, and admiring their work. My favorite pieces were immersive, but I appreciated all of them.
Many couples, families, and singles out enjoying the art, but it never felt crowded.
Highly recommend!
The ponderosa pines provided enough shade that the temperature wasn’t too hot, plus the gorgeous piney aroma. I really enjoyed meandering through the woods, reading about each artist, and admiring their work. My favorite pieces were immersive, but I appreciated all of them.
Many couples, families, and singles out enjoying the art, but it never felt crowded.
Highly recommend!
Written 12 July 2021
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agnes t
4 contributions
Sept 2022 • Family
I loved this place SO much. My kids did too! Beautiful nature place, inspiring pieces of art. We were even invoted to participate at making a new scupture by the artist Bently.
I loved how it doesn't feel like a commercialized place - as it can nowadays. I hope to see it growing and can visit again.
I loved how it doesn't feel like a commercialized place - as it can nowadays. I hope to see it growing and can visit again.
Written 28 September 2022
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kab
21 contributions
Sept 2018 • Family
Yes it is in a tiny little town in Montana. But that is all that is tiny about this marvelous place. This is an outdoor sculpture garden like no other. Stroll through the woods and suddenly you will meet huge (bigger than you by a lot) sculptures created by artists from all over. Each year they add another a few more. Google Blackfoot Pathways and get a taste for yourself of what you will experience, It is FREE to all who come
And just an FYI for those of you not into art this is the town where the UniBomber lived!
And just an FYI for those of you not into art this is the town where the UniBomber lived!
Written 25 June 2019
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DanlovesLaura
Lafayette, IN15 contributions
Jul 2018 • Family
Our family stopped by this walking sculpture garden to ‘kill some time’. We ended up being completely shocked at the beauty and creativity. It took us a leisurely hour to visit each exhibit. The photo opportunities were endless and unique. As a note, there is also a pretty cool frisbee golf course throughout the property. Very well maintained and something worth the out of the way drive.
Written 29 July 2018
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Kari J
Boise, ID9 contributions
Jun 2018 • Solo
Great place to stop and enjoy high quality sculpture or take a walk. Kids love it. Could spend 1/2 hour there and see it all or much more time if you’re with imaginative kids or you want quiet time. May be hard to get kids back in the car.
Not crowded at all-I was the only human in sight, great nature walk. Free.
Check it out!
Not crowded at all-I was the only human in sight, great nature walk. Free.
Check it out!
Written 18 June 2018
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Steven S
Red Hook, NY3 contributions
Aug 2016 • Couples
Who would have thought that there would be a world class art destination in the middle of Montana? Well there is, and at three years of age and growing this one will soon be on a lot of people's radar. We are art lovers, and lovers art of all types. We happened upon this place - a local told us about it - last summer and were astonished. If you go, it will take about an hour to walk through the forest, a little longer if you decide to linger on a favorite, a little less if you are just out for a walk. This little town has managed to attract world renowned artists to create things right on site. I wish I could be there when someone is working!
Written 15 March 2017
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Leslie W
Poughkeepsie, NY890 contributions
Jul 2018 • Friends
This was an absolutely unexpected treat! This example of "land and environmental art" in the little town of Lincoln, midway between Missoula and Great Falls, is a wonderful example of the use of natural materials to create art that seems an organic extension of nature. The visitor wanders from one installation to the next along one path or another; if you're tempted to skip an installation or two, don't--each is incredible in its own right. Many of the artists are Scandinavian or Irish; among the most impressive pieces is a reimagination of sawmill teepee burner, a wooden whirlpool vortex, a picture frame made with twigs and bolts, one designated "Stringer" (which gives the impression of a loom), and an incredible piece entitled "Hill and Valley" (Steven Siegel), consisting of thousands of newspapers stacked up at angles, and weathered to the point where the materials seem to be reverting to their natural wooden state (see photos below). To wander through these installations is to lose yourself in the artists' minds (and in nature). This is a must-see--not simply for those traveling between the two cities, but a destination in itself.
Written 18 July 2018
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Annie A
Havre, MT5 contributions
Sept 2016 • Solo
The Sculpture in the Wild provides a glimpse into the history of the Blackfoot Valley. It also provides a beautiful artistic glimpse into the world through artist's eyes. I was able to participate and enjoy the educational programs offered through Sculpture in the Wild. Very impressive with interactions through the Forest Service and community members sharing their stories of growing up in the Blackfoot Valley. The guest speakers came from backgrounds of ranching, logging and mining. We were also gifted with a story from a lovely lady who immigrated to Montana from Italy over 60 years earlier!
Written 16 March 2017
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CharlesS916
Helena, MT299 contributions
Sept 2016 • Couples
We had been reading about this place for some time and decided to take a Saturday excursion to Lincoln to see for ourselves.
This is a collection of art structures that are scattered along a pathway through the forrest east of town. The center piece is the teepee burner that were ubiquitous throughout the area wherever there was a lumber mill, and were used to burn off all the waste products like sawdust and bark generated by the mill. This particular unit was reconstructed and now serves as a covered meeting area that encloses a display of large black and white photographs of historic activity around the area. To be able to enter the burner gives one a sense of the size of these immense incinerators.
From there you can follow a path and encounter a number of other pieces that draw from the natural surroundings. Some of these pieces are still works in process but many are complete. These were created by a collection of international artists and there are interpretive signs at each with where the artists were from and an explanation of the materials and process that went into each.
If you are a fan of alternative art or just want to take a walk through the woods on a path of discovery, the price is right (zero) and the experience is unique.
This is a collection of art structures that are scattered along a pathway through the forrest east of town. The center piece is the teepee burner that were ubiquitous throughout the area wherever there was a lumber mill, and were used to burn off all the waste products like sawdust and bark generated by the mill. This particular unit was reconstructed and now serves as a covered meeting area that encloses a display of large black and white photographs of historic activity around the area. To be able to enter the burner gives one a sense of the size of these immense incinerators.
From there you can follow a path and encounter a number of other pieces that draw from the natural surroundings. Some of these pieces are still works in process but many are complete. These were created by a collection of international artists and there are interpretive signs at each with where the artists were from and an explanation of the materials and process that went into each.
If you are a fan of alternative art or just want to take a walk through the woods on a path of discovery, the price is right (zero) and the experience is unique.
Written 14 November 2016
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Leahjs555
Great Falls, MT46 contributions
Oct 2015 • Couples
Wonderful day trip from Great Falls. We were amazed at all this hidden away gem has to offer in visual and sensual delights. Great photographic opportunities, wonderful textures, and conceptual thrills. The experience was uplifting. From natures own sculptures, kid created works of art, the almost spiritual sense of the tepee burner's interior, to the amazing constructed pieces by adult artisans we walked the pathways of "The Wild" with shinning eyes and smiles.
Written 27 October 2015
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Slither2017
Austin, Texas
Would this be appropriate for parents with limited mobility?
Written 15 July 2017
The trail is not paved. But it is fairly smooth but there is some rough spots. If they are in a wheelchair or scooter you might need to help them move some times,if they are using a walker would be a little easier. This is a place that is in the middle of the woods. The trail is flat so no hills or incline. I hope this helps. I hope you will enjoy this place.
Written 17 July 2017
Yes, ON LEASH ONLY. I would have walked my dog there. I did not see other people with dogs but it was a week day. I hope you and your four legged pal enjoy this place as much as I did.
Written 28 June 2017
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