Woodland Sculptures Coming to Dunwoody Nature Center

Twenty-one larger-than-life sculptures of woodland animals and plants will be unveiled at Dunwoody Nature Center on Tuesday, Oct. 27, bringing a temporary outdoor art exhibition to the park through spring 2027.

The public unveiling of Forest Forms: Woodland Wonders, created by artist Huelani Mei, is scheduled for 11 a.m. at the Dunwoody Nature Center in Dunwoody Park, 5343 Roberts Drive. Dunwoody Parks and Recreation announced the exhibition Oct. 20.

The colorful sculptures range from three to 10 feet tall and are made from powder-coated steel. They are positioned along pathways and among plantings throughout the park.

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“Woodland Wonders reflects the joy and peace that nature brings to me. I hope visitors can see and feel that, too,” Mei said in the city’s announcement.

Art among the trees

Mei’s work is already part of Dunwoody’s public art collection. Parks and Recreation Director Rachel Waldron said permanent pieces by the artist are installed at three city parks.

The temporary exhibition was previously shown at the Atlanta Botanical Garden’s Gainesville location. It features oversized interpretations of animals and plants, bringing the subjects into view among the surrounding landscape.

Dunwoody Nature Center Executive Director Nancy Longacre said the center looks forward to using the exhibition in environmental programs for children, families and adults, connecting the artwork with its nature education work.

When to visit

The Oct. 27 unveiling is open to the public. The sculptures are scheduled to remain on display through spring 2027; the city has not announced a specific closing date.

The Nature Center’s grounds are open from sunrise to sunset, seven days a week. Visitor information is available through the Nature Center.