IN AND AROUND CHESTERFIELD
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Seward Johnson's aluminum giant, part of the city of Chesterfield’s public
art collection, is actually comprised of five individual pieces made to look
like a giant struggling to free himself from the ground. The sculpture,
arguably one of the most photographed pieces of art in the area, is 70 feet
long and 17 feet at its tallest point (the outstretched right arm). We file it
under the “creepy-cool” artwork category - and that is why it’s a must-see.
Permanently installed adjacent to Chesterfield Central Park in 2009, this
is the artwork’s second casting; the original was installed in Washington
D. C. chesterfield.mo.us
THE BUTTERFLY HOUSE
The Butterfly House, among St. Louis’ most
beloved attractions, hosts public events year-
round for people of all ages and interests.
St. Louis Carousel at Faust Park
Oh, to be a child again! The good news is - you can - even if it’s just for a
spin aboard the St. Louis Carousel. The original 1920s merry-go-round is
comprised of 60 hand-carved horses, four reindeer and two carriages. Built
by the Dentzel Company of Philadelphia, the $30,000 carousel came to St.
Louis in 1929, and was installed at Forest Park Highlands amusement park.
It was later acquired by St. Louisan Howard Ohlendorf, who donated it to
the St. Louis County Parks and Recreation department in the 1960s. It was
moved to its current home in Faust Park in the mid-80s. stlouiscarousel.com
Annie Gunn’s
The ultimate in comfort food in the most comfortable of settings, Annie
Gunn’s is an institution with a loyal following. And it’s easy to see why: Chef
Lou Rook’s kitchen consistently serves up excellent fare - be it his namesake
burger, the grilled, house-made meatloaf or smoked duck breast. The best
seat in the house? Anywhere near the fireplace. annieguns.com
June Highlights:
- Butterfly House Yoga
6:30 to 7:30 p.m., Tuesday, June 12
Includes a half-hour meditative stroll, if you come
early. $18 ($15 for garden members)
- Paint and Sip: An Evening of Wine and Painting
5 to 7 p.m., Wednesday, June 13
Just relax. No prior painting skills necessary.
$54 ($45 for garden members)
- Behind the Scenes Photos: It's a Small World
6 to 8 p.m., Tuesday, June 26
Interpret butterflies and flowers through your lens
in the Tropical Conservatory.
$34 ($28 for garden members)
missouribotanicalgarden.org
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