I love this park. We typically come during the day to enjoy the paths but we came today early in…read morethe morning with our run club. The trails within the park were closed (not sure why), so we went running around the park. It's especially hilly in this area and connects to the greenway. It's great for endurance training. We also love to come here for picnics, photo shoots, and bike rides.

The art museum here has somewhat limited hours, but it is notable that the surrounding Parkland is…read moreopen even when the interior of the museum is not. The park offers various objects d'art set against a woodland plain, and it links in with other trails as is common in North Carolina. There are a lot of greenways. There is ample free parking and it is close to a lot of other things but quiet and secluded. And if it is a day when the museum is open, you can get a good mix of indoor and outdoor experiences for free.

Where can you find a well-concealed sculpture garden in the woods of the Duke campus? Hidden behind…read morethe college of law! The parking lot required a pass of some kind that I did not possess. But, I can't be stopped! I parked out on the street and just walked to the back of the building and found my way! The labeled sculptures are found along a circular path that meanders in a vague circle through the woods. Each is definitely unique and worth seeing! Life is good with a unique sculpture garden in the woods!

Located in front of the Orange County Public Library in Hillsborough, this 15 foot tall sculpture…read morelooks like a ribbon to me. Titled "Embrace the Moment", it is by artist Wayne Trapp. I was able to find some information about the artist, "Wayne Trapp was an American Postwar & Contemporary artist who was born in 1935." He died in 2016. Some of his works were recently displayed at the Appalachian State University Turchin Center. https://tcva.org/event/wayne-trapp-a-life-in-the-arts/ I don't get "Embrace the Moment" from it, but I did appreciate the artistry and certainly the effort it would take to achieve such an artwork. [Review 17988 overall - 3312 in North Carolina - 1509 of 2022.]

Sometimes in life, you just have to embrace the moment. Sit back relax take a breath and realize…read morewhat you're doing. And that is what this is representation of.

This is a statue of Wallace Wade. We came across it and found it while we were in North Carolina…read more I'm not really sure who Wallace is. I have not looked him up, but he has his own statue.

Located in the museum park, off one of the trails and in a corner where you're probably not going…read moreto just stumble upon it is this extremely interesting artwork. It took me about 90 minutes of walking and wandering until I finally found it. Difficult because it's not on one of the paved trails and some of the woods trails are marked off. But I did eventually get there. The Cloud Chamber is a "camera obscura" that uses a pinhole in the roof to project a mirror image of the lit area onto the walls. After you step inside and close the door, once your eyes adjust, you'll see trees and clouds and blue sky projected across the white cement walls. It's very clever! Thank you to artist Chris Drury who installed this stone, wood and turf structure in 2003. And thank you as well to Atlas Obscura for the entry: https://www.atlasobscura.com/places/cloud-chamber-for-the-trees-and-sky GPS coordinates: 35.805927805555555, -78.69912752777778 [Review 11689 overall, 1471 of 2019.]

Can you find these three public art exhibits in Durham? We did! They were designed by artist Mary…read moreCarter Taub after she was chosen from 27 applicants for a city sponsored art project. It's a blend of Art Deco and Pop Art inspired by Rice Krispies! Parking was a major challenge to take pictures at each location but we didn't get any tickets! Just be bold and be safe! The locations are at the corner of Blackwell and Vivian, near the Marriott City Center and The Bull Statue, and at the Durham Central Park on Foster Street. Life is good with unique local art!

This is not named after the rice crispy treats. This is the snap crackle and pop public art…read moredisplay. We are walking around and I came across this and thought it was pretty cool.

There's a giant cat prowling car dealership parking lots in Zebulon NC. I managed to find it! Two…read morestories tall, it's currently mounted on a trailer. Considering that the cougar is nearly 50 years old, it's in amazingly good shape. Originally part of a promotional stunt for the Mercury Cougar automobile, it's worth a stop to check it out and get a unique selfie. Thanks to Atlas Obscura for this one. https://www.atlasobscura.com/places/mercury-cougar [Review 11744 overall, 1526 of 2019.]

I can always find something special here! Very unique and handmade items that will please any…read morerecipient of a gift from the artisans that offer their goods here. I went in on 12.20.25 and the lovely owner and her fabulous assistant were at the check-out and the assistant asked to go out to meet our cocker spaniel which melted my heart right away! The store is immaculate and smells heavenly. You're guaranteed to find something you didn't realize you needed! So thankful to have this type of specialty gift shop in our community! We need to support small businesses who take a chance on us here in SF!

Nice selection of coastal themed stores. Friendly staff especially Sandra. Good value with sales…read morehappening anytime