Artists Robert Anderson, Bud Colucci welcomed to Coxhall Gardens on first day of Spring
The first day of spring marked another historical page in the ever-evolving story of Coxhall Gardens, 11677 Towne Road, Carmel.
Representatives from Friends of Hamilton County Parks, Inc. (FHCPI), Hamilton County Parks and Recreation (HCPR), Coxhall Guild, and Hamilton County Master Gardeners gathered for the installation of yet another work of art added to Coxhall’s stately grounds.
Artist Robert C. Anderson came to install his Atomic Garden Kaleidoscope as part of the Children’s Garden features. His visit was awaited by many, including Marsha Guerriero, Coxhall Master Gardener, who saw Anderson’s work when visiting Franklin Park Conservatory in Columbus, Ohio.
“The Kaleidoscope is an interactive work of art that is focused around living plants,” Guerriero said. “We hope it will delight children of all ages!”
Artist Bud Colucci with his commemorative photograph of Campbell Crossing. (From left) FHCPI Executive Director April Williams, HCPR Board Member Judi Campbell, HCPR Director Chris Stice, artist Bud Colucci, Rita Colucci, his sister, and Emil Colucci, his brother. (Photo provided)
The celebration continued as guests then paid tribute to artist Bud Colucci. Colucci was the designer of Coxhall’s Campbell Crossing Bridge, dedicated in memory of the late Bob Campbell. His wife, Judith Campbell, collaborated with Colucci and HCPR in its design, which includes the Circle of Life sculpture, the iron figures gates and the stained-glass compass rose.
Colucci was joined by his family as he accepted a commemorative photo of Campbell Crossing, presented by HCPR Director Chris Stice.
“The bridge, designed to celebrate life and provide a beautiful setting for quiet reflection, reminds us to appreciate nature’s gifts every day,” said Judi Campbell, a founding member of FHCPI and current HCPR board member.
About Friends of Hamilton County Parks, Inc.
The Friends of Hamilton County Parks, Inc. (FHCPI) is a nonprofit foundation created for the sole purpose of bettering parks and recreation in Hamilton County and its communities. While its focus is the Hamilton County Parks and Recreation Department, potential for other parks that fall within FHCPI’s mission and criteria may be considered.
(From left) Michelle Tremmel, Colucci’s partner; Emily Peek Colucci, his daughter; Marie Colucci, his daughter; artist Bud Colucci; Rita Colucci, his sister; and Emil Colucci, his brother. (Photo provided)
(From left) Coxhall Master Gardener Marsha Guerriero, and Coxhall Guild members Jody McFarland, Sandra Pirkle, Sharon Terry, Mary Robinson, and Gisele Found shown with Robert Anderson’s Atomic Garden Kaleidoscope in the Children’s Garden. (Photo provided)
(From left) FHCPI Board members: Jody McFarland, FHCPI Board and Guild President; Chris Stice, HCPR Director and FHCPI Ex Officio; April Williams, FHCPI Executive Director; and Thomas McLean, FHCPI Board Member. (Photo provided)