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As the leaves begin to fall and the temperatures drop, bring a light jacket with you to the Perrysburg Sculpture Walk to enjoy sculptures larger than life and artwork composed of diverse materials, created by artists from across the country.
Now in its fifth season, the Walk displays 13 new works of art placed around the perimeter of Woodlands Park, 429 E. Boundary Street in Perrysburg.
The Walk, with works of art changing annually since its inception in 2021, is supported by a variety of community sponsors including Visit Perrysburg, the City of Perrysburg and a donation from sculptor Mike Sohikian. Additional sponsors include Rich and Carla Brundrett, Skotynsky Financial Group, Kingston Residence of Perrysburg, Kingston Rehabilitation of Perrysburg, Perrysburg Moving and Packing, Turner Concrete Projects, the Cultural Arts Fund of Wood County and Southeastern Equipment Company.
“It’s a good mix of art and it intrigues people,” explains Curator Robin Ballmer, adding “It’s narrative and they can look at it whether they have an art background or not and sort of assess it and decide what it means to them. It’s just very approachable. And I think it’s the perfect way for the community and the arts to intersect at a place that everybody’s comfortable — a park.”
Although there is not a defined theme across the installation, many of the pieces this year relate to Ohio or Americana. Of the 13 works on display, one work of art was selected by Mayor Tom Mackin and the other five works of art were recognized by two local jurors: award winning graphic designer, Terry Lesniewicz and artist, Emanuel Enriquez. Lesniewicz and Enriquez chose five works of art based on artistic excellence and originality, craftsmanship and material integrity, clarity of concept and lasting impact.
With over two decades of experience in the world of art, art is a way of life, explained J. Aaron Alderman, the best of show winner and creator of “I went to see,” adding, “There is an importance in art and in what artists do and what art does, as far as it communicates with people.”
Alderman’s best of show piece is an 8ft. tall steel sculpture of a boat resting on a pair of oars. However, the figure in the boat is intentionally facing the wrong way. According to Alderman, the piece is an introspective journey. “It’s kind of like letting the current take you where it will, and being excited to see where that goes,” he said.
Daily through August 2026, from 6:00 am to 9:00 pm, all are welcome to freely explore the Perrysburg Sculpture Walk. For inquiries about curator-led tours or purchasing one of the sculptures, contact Robin Ballmer [email protected].
