Art of Nature Opening Day at Blue Heron Nature Preserve

Sat Apr 26, 2025
2:00pm ET
Age: All ages
Price: Free
Location:
Blue Heron Nature Preserve
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Celebrate the launch of Art of Nature with a vibrant day of art, music, and nature appreciation at Blue Heron Nature Preserve!

  • 2pm: Indoor gallery opening with the Atlanta Collage Society and artist introductions.
  • 3pm: A musical parade! Follow the parade from the indoor gallery to discover the outdoor exhibition, with artists present to chat and talk about their works. Live music and interactive experiences provided by Acton Academy and the Amphibian Foundation.
  • 4pm: Explore the Preserve’s trails, encounter native reptile and amphibian species presented by the Amphibian Foundation, enjoy refreshments along the wooded paths, visit the community garden, and revisit the indoor gallery at your leisure.

The art features a dynamic mix of indoor and outdoor installations: An indoor exhibition presented by The Atlanta Collage Society Large-scale outdoor installations among the trees, presented by artists Dorothy O’Connor, Shannon Willow, Rose Barron, and Nancy Jones. We’ll also unveil a brand-new mural by Shannon Willow.

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