Winter Skies over Franklin Park Conservatory Columbus,Ohio. A quick day trip from Lancaster,Ohio
#4 COUNT DOWN TO 500TH BLOG POST..
First post of 2013 a Sky Watch Friday Post..The weather outside was pretty cold , but things warmed up inside with visits to the Desert and Palm House…..
While visiting the Conservatory I had the chance to Discover artist Aurora Robson.
Robson’s vibrant and intricate works created from discarded materials are on view within the Conservatory’s plant collections and in the Cardinal Health Gallery. This will be an upcoming post.
Franklin Park Conservatory and Botanical Gardens offers enriching and memorable experiences inspired by art, culture and the botanical world.
"NavStar ’92" -08 (Artist : Stephen Canneto) 3 Sculptures representing the sails of Columbus’ ships
The state fair occupied the site of the Conservatory until 1884….History was made on August 11, 1880 when General William Tecumseh Sherman (of Lancaster,Ohio) delivered his famous statement, “ War Is Hell” in a speech to Civil War veterans.(Always looking for the Lancaster,Ohio connection LOL)
“Winter morning Cold frost and sunshine: day of wonder! But you, my friend, are still in slumber -
Wake up, my beauty, time belies:You dormant eyes, I beg you, broaden Toward the northerly Aurora,As though a northern star arise!” Alexandr Pushkin (1799-1837)
“Laughter is the sun that drives winter from the human face.”
Вечор, ты помнишь, вьюга злилась,
На мутном небе мгла носилась;
Луна, как бледное пятно,
Сквозь тучи мрачные желтела,
И ты печальная сидела -
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THANKS FOR STOPPING BY AND I HOPE YOU TAKE THE TIME TO VISIT Sky Watch Friday AND Franklin Park Conservatory
Winter Skies over Franklin Park Conservatory Columbus,Ohio..a Sky Watch Friday Post
What a cool building! I should remember it but I don't. Thanks for sharing.
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Julie
Julie Magers Soulen Photography
My two years in Minnesota were made a better by the St. Paul Conservatory.
ReplyDeleteI enjoyed the NP web cams--thanks.
Great serie of photos, perfect for the theme!
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Lovely winter shots. That is a lot of snow!
ReplyDeleteThat is a terrific looking place, Joe!! Great captures and wonderful, moody skies! Hope ;your new year is off to a great start! Enjoy!
ReplyDeleteVery atmospheric captures, Joe - wouldn't mind swapping you just now: today's estimated temp in Adelaide will be 44 degrees C !!! Thanks for sharing your part of the world and happy 2013.
ReplyDeleteGreat post with wonderful pictures!
ReplyDeleteBeautiful skies and lovely photos from your visit to the conservatory. The sail sculptures are cool! Happy Skywatching!
ReplyDeleteVery beautiful photos!Happy New Year 2013!
ReplyDeleteSo beautiful! Love the sculptures. Wishing you a blessed New Year from beneath this beautiful sky we share!
ReplyDeleteGreat and interesting post, beautiful photos!
ReplyDeleteThanks for sharing.
Looks like a great place to visit on a cold winter day, nice shots!
ReplyDeleteWhat a gorgeous place to visit with all the snow on the ground. These are magnificent pictures. They make me want to hop in my car and head to Ohio. This is a spectacular series. Wonderful photography.genie
ReplyDeleteGreat scenery. Beautiful sculptures. Terrific shots.
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Great photos, Joe. I like those sculptures!
ReplyDeleteI've read about the conservatory. I think I may be putting it on my bucket list. Your winter photos give it a different look.
ReplyDeleteBeautiful winter shots.
ReplyDeleteGreat post on this place, very interesting and loved the snowy photos. The Franklin Park Conservatory looks like a place I would enjoy. Thanks for stopping by my post. Happy New Year!
ReplyDeleteEverything is just gorgeous in the snow. What an interesting place.
ReplyDeleteBeautiful Winter scenes Joe :)
ReplyDeleteI visited Franklin Park Conservatory many years ago. I really should get back there the next time we're in Ohio.
ReplyDeleteStunning photos of the Conservatory, the sculpture and and the snow! And I love your quote on your header! Wonderful winter trip!
ReplyDeleteYour winter is gorgeous!
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