Reaching 10 amazing years of Quilt Gardens calls for a massive celebration!

To get the party started, a FREE public art exhibit with 56 stunningly realistic life-size Seward Johnson sculptures and a 25-foot tall monumental-scale sculpture grace the Quilt Gardens and downtowns along the Heritage Trail. The colorful patchwork of quilt-inspired Quilt Gardens and hand-painted

Quilt Murals plus stunning public art delivers dazzling views in these welcoming communities.

Interact and be photographed with these extraordinary works of art. Post your fun selfies and pics using #EpicArtAdventures and #QuiltGardens.

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Selfie with a Sculpture! Post your pics using #EpicArtAdventures and #QuiltGardens on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram and be entered to win prizes! Visit EpicArtAdventures.com for details.

Seward Johnson’s sculptures have been causing conversation for nearly 50 years. Make good times and great memories strolling through lively downtowns filled with sculptures, culture, entertainment, eclectic shops and celebrations. Use the inside of this guide to check them off your list (flower icon indicates Quilt Garden location).

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Elkhart Elkhart (cont.)

No Mommy, That One ©1992

Elkhart Public Library300 S. Second St.

Out Of Sight ©1991 Civic Plaza350 S. Main St.

Second Hand News ©1984

Thompson Gallery & Custom Framing111 E. Lexington Ave.

Shaping Up ©1987

McCarthy’s on the Riverwalk333 NIBCO Prkwy.

Sidewalk Concert ©1992

The Lerner Theatre410 S. Main St.

Solo ©2016 Concord Town Center & Mall3701 S. Main St.

Strolling Professor ©1986

The Vine214 S. Main St.

Time’s Up ©1983

Elkhart County Prosecutor’s Office301 S. Main St.

Waiting to Cross ©1986

Elkhart Art Alley by Tutu School215 S. Main St.

Wine Food and Thou ©2014

N. Wirt Design & Gallery503 S. Main St.

At Long Last ©1981

Elkhart County Courthouse101 N. Main St.

Big Sister ©1987

Kelly Jae’s Café133 S. Main St.

Bunnies Don’t Bite ©2003 Elkhart County 4-H Fairgrounds 17746-D C.R. 34

Coming Home ©1992 Elkhart Country Courthouse 101 N. Main St.

Frequent Fliers ©1995 Cornerstone Financial Solutions104 S. Main St.

Just a Taste ©1981 Olympia Candy Kitchen136 N. Main St.

Goshen

Monet Our Visiting Artist ©2004 Midwest Museum of American Art429 S. Main St.

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La Promenade ©1995 Havilah Beardsley House102 W. Beardsley Ave.

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Getting Involved ©1982

Elkhart County Visitors Center219 Caravan Dr. (Interior)

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Forever Marilyn ©1996

Midwest Museum of American Art429 S. Main St. (Interior)

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Contact ©1987

Hopman Jewelers100 N. Main St.

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Between Classes ©1994

Indiana University South Bend125 E. Franklin St.

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Aftermath ©1984 Civic Plaza Clock Tower350 S. Main St.

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A Turn of the Century ©2000 Ruthmere Museum302 E. Beardsley Ave.

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Building Better Neighbors ©1993

Downtown Elkhart / Premier ArtsCorner of Main St. & Marion St.

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Gotcha! ©1993

Linton’s Enchanted Gardens315 C.R. 17

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Inner World, Outer World ©2014 Wellfield Botanic Gardens1011 N. Main St.

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Elkhart (cont.)

God Bless AmericaMonumental ©1995, 2007

Downtown ElkhartCentral ParkCorner of High St. & Waterfall Dr.

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God Bless America (Life Size) ©2005 Elkhart County Courthouse101 N. Main St.

Los Mariachis ©1994 Elkhart County Courthouse101 N. Main St.

Nice To See You ©1992 ADEC Gaining Grounds Coffee House114 E. Lincoln Ave.

Sidewalk Judge ©1991 Elkhart County Courthouse 101 N. Main St.

Summer Thinking ©1989 Old Bag Factory1100 N. Chicago Ave.

Captured ©2013 Middlebury Community Public Library101 E. Winslow St.

Down to Earth ©1989 The Barn Door52886 S.R. 13

Far Out ©1979 Krider World’s Fair Garden302 W. Bristol St.

Attic Trophy ©1992 Martin Ace Hardware / Tulip Tree103 Crystal Heights Blvd.

Middlebury

Special Delivery ©1993

Middlebury Post Office200 S. Main St.

The Gardener ©1987

Das Dutchman Essenhaus 240 U.S. 20 E.

Whispering Close ©2000

Middlebury Historical Museum301 Bristol Ave.

Relish, Too? ©2014 Cinnamon Stick / 41 Degrees North102 S. Main St.

Yuck, Go Fetch ©1990 Memorial Park105 N. Main St.

Allow Me ©1981

KeyBank161 E. Market St.

My World ©1992

Nappanee Public Library157 N. Main St.

Sightseeing ©1987

Justus Property Management104 S. Main St.

There, Now You Can Grow ©1993 Nappanee Center302 W. Market St.

Nappanee

Latte? ©2014

Main Street Coffee House105 N. Main St.

Waiting ©1985

New Attitudes Hair Salon152 E. Market St.

Weekend Painter ©1994

Leadership ParkCorner of W. Market St. & N. Clark St.

Yum Yum ©1982

Coppes Commons401 E. Market St.

Things To Do ©1992

Nappanee Pavilion217 W. Market St.

Keeping In Touch ©1995

Nappanee Center302 W. Market St.

Holding Out ©1987 Memorial ParkCorner of S.R. 15 & S.R. 120

Hot Weather ©1981 Cook’s Pizza101 S. Elkhart Ave.

The Photo Shoot ©1989

Downtown Wakarusa110 S. Elkhart Ave.

Bristol

Time for Fun ©2000

Elkhart County Historical Museum304 W. Vistula St.

Wakarusa

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When Now Becomes Then ©1990

Art Alley by Paragon Printing Center, Inc. 117 S. Main St.

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About Artist Seward Johnson ... Seward Johnson (pictured right with his sculpture Forever Marilyn) is an American artist who began his career as a painter before turning to sculpture. Johnson has long been considered one of the most widely recognized sculptors of our time and his works have developed a large and loyal following. More than 450 of Johnson’s life-size cast bronze figures have been featured in private collections and museums around the world and in prominent displays in places such as Times Square in New York City, Pacific Place of Hong Kong, Les Halles in Paris, and Via Condotti in Rome. Johnson is noted for collections that depict people engaged in everyday activities, works inspired by Impressionist and Post-Impressionist paintings, and interpretations of cultural icons. At 86, Johnson remains active creating new pieces. For more on Seward Johnson and his sculptures, visit SewardJohnsonAtelier.org

“It’s easy sometimes to forget the simple things that give us pleasure. If we open our eyes, life is marvelous. The human spirit triumphs, if only for moments in a day. I try to have my work call attention to those moments.” - Seward Johnson

Behind the Scenes ... Ever wished you could have your picture taken with the famous actress Marilyn Monroe? Well now you can at the Midwest Museum of American Art. Another sculpture from his Icons Revisited series, Forever Marilyn, is Johnson’s ode to Marilyn Monroe. Her white dress is regarded as an icon of film history and the image of Monroe above a subway grate blowing the dress up has been described as one of the iconic images of the 20th century. While you’re there, be sure to check out the new exhibit, Interpreting Marilyn, which features pieces from local northern Indiana artists including a life-size wire frame sculpture of the dress worn in Marilyn’s sculpture. Also included is a behind-the-scenes exhibit showcasing the process that Johnson utilizes when creating his sculptures. In this informative display, you will find an original table-top clay model, called a maquette, that is the artist’s initial 3D sketch for a piece. This is how the artist develops the pose and gesture of each sculpture. Also included in this exhibit are the tools that the artist used and a photographic display that further explores the age-old technique of the “lost wax method of casting.”  Adults and children will enjoy exploring the various stages, tools and methods used by Johnson as he creates his art. To further expand the experience of this summer’s exhibition, a video will be on view at the museum which features artist Seward Johnson discussing his artistic career, his inspirations and his life in his own words.

Midwest Museum of American Art 429 South Main Street, ElkhartAdmission Fee - Tuesday through Saturday, Free - Sunday Hours: Tuesday - Friday 10 am - 4 pm, Saturday & Sunday 1 pm - 4 pm For more on the Midwest Museum of American Art , visit MidwestMuseum.us

All sculptures by Seward Johnson. On cover, left to right: Los Mariachis ©1994, Sightseeing ©1987, God Bless America ©1995, 2007, Coming Home ©1992, Summer Thinking ©1989. The Seward Johnson Atelier, Inc. Above with artist: Forever

Marilyn by Seward Johnson ©1996, The Seward Johnson Atelier, Inc. Based upon the photo by Bernard of Hollywood.

Continue your Epic Artadventure at the Elkhart County Visitors Center ... Here you’ll find art around every corner with a free Quilt Exhibit and the Seward Johnson sculpture, Getting Involved. Our local expert staff can also help you with free maps, area guides, trip tips and more. Plus pick up a FREE Heritage Trail audio driving tour CD. It’s filled with fun facts, highlights of Amish culture and must-see attractions. The Heritage Trail leads you through scenic countryside and down lively Main Streets to the area’s signature foods, historic sites and one-of-a-kind shops.

219 Caravan Drive, Elkhart (just off I-80/90 at Exit 92) 800.262.8161 | HTadventures.comStaffed Visitor Center Hours: Monday - Friday 8am - 5pm, Saturday 9am - 4pm