Enter a world of fairytale creatures and enchantment this summer at the Mystic Creatures exhibit at Garvan Woodland Gardens. With creative sculptures and beautiful trails, this exhibit is fun for everyone in the family. The beauty of the gardens showcase the art of topiary design through the creativity of a fantasy land. 

Four major sculptures make up the awe-inspiring display, and stretch up to 13-feet tall. Special structural armatures are covered in a light metal form filled with soil and planted with colorful foliage and flowers to compose each topiary sculpture. Look for displays, including the Fairy Gourdmother, a Magical Sea Serpent, the ‘Shroom Family, a Fairy Village, and even Sasquatch, who’ll be hiding to see if you can find him.

Little Rock Family visited the exhibit and had a magical time! Along with many families and photo enthusiasts that were there, we loved photographing the sculptures and wanted to share some of our favorites. Take a look at our photo teaser, and then take a trip to experience the extravaganza for yourselves! 

The exhibit is open 9 a.m.- 6p.m. June 1-Aug. 31. The exhibit is included with garden admission: $10, ages 6-12 $5, ages 0-5 free. For info: GarvanGardens.org. 

Photos by Tyler Rosenthal