Fort Worth, Texas -- The Fort Worth Botanic Garden (FWBG) is thrilled to announce a captivating new pop art exhibit by the globally acclaimed Italian art collective, Cracking Art, beginning April 1, 2025. This vibrant exhibit features 80 larger-than-life animal sculptures meticulously crafted from regenerated plastic. Designed to captivate visitors of all ages, it combines playful creativity with a powerful message, inspiring joy while sparking meaningful conversations about sustainability and environmental conservation.
From April 1 to September 30, 2025, guests can wander through the Garden and encounter vividly colored artworks in the forms of rabbits, elephants, geese, snails, wolves, and swallows as they playfully interact with the natural surroundings. These enchanting sculptures, made from regenerated plastic, highlight the creative potential of recycled materials while inspiring a deeper appreciation for sustainable living.
The Cracking Art movement was born in 1993 with the aim of radically changing the history of art through a strong social and environmental commitment. The works are created to provoke collective reflection on the impact of human activities on the natural environment through engaging performative actions.
Why Visit the Cracking Art Exhibit?
- Whimsical Sculptures: Delight in the vibrant creations of bunnies, elephants, and snails scattered throughout FWBG’s lush landscapes.
- Sparks Conversations on Sustainability: These imaginative installations enhance awareness around recycling and environmental conservation.
- Interactive Fun: Family-friendly and perfect for selfies, this exhibit encourages visitors to engage with art and nature.
A Must-See for Everyone
Cracking Art is perfect for families, art enthusiasts, and anyone passionate about the future of our planet. Whether you're looking for a delightful outing, an educational experience, or an extraordinary opportunity to witness art in the great outdoors, this exhibit delivers an unforgettable experience.
Event Details
- When: April 1 – September 30, 2025
- Where: Fort Worth Botanic Garden
- Tickets: Entrance is included with regular FWBG admission and kids 5 and under are free!
To purchase tickets, visit fwbg.org. Don’t miss the opportunity to explore this one-of-a-kind installation during its limited engagement!
About the Fort Worth Botanic Garden
Dedicated to connecting people with nature, Fort Worth Botanic Garden serves as a living museum, educational institution, and cultural landmark for the community. FWBG is the oldest public botanic garden in Texas with beautiful theme gardens, including the Rose Garden and Japanese Garden, the Adelaide Polk Fuller Garden featuring a comprehensive collection of trees, shrubs, and perennials, and the Victor and Cleyone Tinsley Garden, highlighting plants native to north central Texas. In addition to stunning horticultural displays, the Garden also offers community education for adults, children and families, and international research conducted through the Botanical Research Institute of Texas (BRIT®). The BRIT Philecology Herbarium contains nearly 1.5 million plant specimens from around the world making it one of the largest herbaria in the United States, and the BRIT Research Library houses nearly 125,000 volumes of botanical books and journals. The BRIT Press publishes botanical-related books and the esteemed, peer-reviewed journal JBRIT. The combined campus comprises 120 acres in Fort Worth’s Cultural District.
About Cracking Art
Based in Italy, Cracking Art is an internationally renowned collective of artists known for their larger-than-life installations of colorful animals made from recycled plastic. Their mission is to reconnect people with the environment through thought-provoking art that promotes sustainability and creativity.
