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2023 Fulton E., Grand Rapids, MI. Walk in nature among the wooded paths in this sculpture garden. This Garden is being developed by Instruments of Hope.

Take a walk in nature and feel the peace and presence of Saint Francis. The 11 acre wooded landscape is reminiscent of the serene Eremo delle Carceri a small hermitage in a steep forest gorge at the Monte Subasio, in Umbria, in middle Italy, four kilometers above Assisi. Francis dedicated himself to a life of preaching and missions, but throughout his life he would frequently withdraw to the Car

ceri to pray. Lovely wooded pathways lead to Garden sites with bronze statues depicting different phases of the life of Francis. There are many quite places for reflection and solitude. The pathways are barrier free for wheel chair access. The Bronze Sculptures of Francis are created by Grand Rapids sculptor Mic Carlson. Carlson's creations were first displayed at the Basilica of San Francesco in Assisi, Italy in 2004. The energy of pilgrims and tourist conveyed during the exhibition and the peaceful presence of Francis at Eremo delle Carceri inspired Carlson to bring that spirit to Marywood Academy in Grand Rapids, Michigan. This is the place not far from the city. The garden has many benches for quite reflection, pathways for contemplation and healing. The Sculpture Garden is a work in motion. Currently we have permanently installed 17 of the 24 bronze sculpture and garden sites. This beautiful place is being built and will continue to grow through donation from the generosity of heartfelt people. The Sculpture Garden is always open and free of charge. For information on how to help us continue the development with Commemorative Donations or volunteer work. Visit Instrumentsofhope.net and please "LIKE"
Saint Francis Sculpture Garden on Facebook.

04/03/2026

Video I did of Mic Carlson and my journey to Assisi, Italy for the 800 year celebration of Francis of Assisi.
Enjoy. 🥰

Mic Carlson and Susan Evangelista went on a journey to Assisi, Italy for the veneration of Saint Francis of Assisi's bodily remains 800 years after his deat...

04/01/2026

GRAND RAPIDS, Mich. (WOOD) – More than 20 years ago, a Grand Rapids artist was invited to exhibit his bronze sculptures that depict the life of Saint Francis of Assisi in Italy and that was t…

03/15/2026

Ready? Set! Play! It's time to get your tickets for our annual "Fools Fest" event for an eve of music, dinner and comedy! The date is Saturday, April 18, 2026 at 6 PM at Saint Adalbert's Aid Society (5th Street Hall). See poster for more info.
Just go to our website SaintFrancisSculptureGarden.org to order tickets. This show and dinner is always a sell out because it is such a great time! Dennie Middleton is our musical genius, Dave Dyer is our comic genius and Simon Carlson will open the show. Tony Gates will host the event.

08/25/2025

This was so much fun.

10/23/2024

Take a fall virtual walk through the lovely 6 acre Saint Francis Sculpture Garden with Founder/ Sculptor Mic Carlson.
This walk is as if you are walking with Mic as he tells the story of Francis and his journey while sharing his 21 bronze sculptures in each garden site.
This walk is breathtaking and soothing to your soul and for those of you that cannot visit because you live far away, or may not be able to because of confinement….it is a chance to experience this magical walk and enjoy the woods and pathways.
I know you will love this half hour walk and please share with your family and fiends..
Sixteenth of these bronze statues of Mic’s were first exhibited in the Basilica of San Francesco in Assisi, Italy during the month of October, 2004. 🥰
Mic Carlson's 2004 Exhibit in Assisi, Italy - YouTube (https://m.youtube.com/watch?v=whcdcJWI3LI)

Enjoy a walk through the serene Saint Francis Sculpture Garden with Founder/Sculptor Mic Carlson. As Mic walks along the pathways of the garden, he tells F...

04/26/2024

Our fundraiser raised a ton of fun for this sold out event!! Thank you all for supporting the Saint Francis Sculpture Garden.
SaintFrancisSculptureGarden.org

The second annual Fools Fest “nightclub” comedy fundraiser was held at St. Adalbert’s Aid Society Saturday.

03/31/2024

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2023 Fulton Street East
Grand Rapids, MI
49503

Telephone

+16164430376

Website

http://SaintFrancisSculptureGarden.org/

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