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Art In The Wild

Wildwood Park’s Outdoor Environmental Art Exhibit

Art In The Wild was conceived with the goals of presenting quality outdoor art using natural materials, providing educational opportunities and involving the community. The works of art are composed of mostly natural materials to blend with Wildwood’s natural setting. The project is open to all.

Exhibition Duration: March 29 – September 30, 2026
Theme: Balance

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More about Art In The Wild

Wildwood Park is located on the outskirts of downtown Harrisburg. Owned and operated by Dauphin County, the park attracts over 115,000 people annually. Its 229 acres include a nature center, 90-acre freshwater wetland and a popular three-mile loop trail that encircles the park. The Art In The Wild installations are located on sites along this trail.

Eligibility

The exhibit is open to any interested person or group wishing to submit an application, including professionals, non-professionals, schools, students, naturalists, artists, designers, etc.  Employees of Dauphin County Parks and Recreation and members of the exhibit organizing and evaluation committees are not eligible to participate

Application Materials

AITW 2026 Application

AITW 2026 Site Map

2025 Awards

2025 Art In The Wild Awards, designated by Guest Evaluator Shawn Williams

1st place: Site 8: “Our Thoughts Can Change the World”-Artist: Craig S. Bomberger

2nd place: Site 17: “Walking the Walk” -Artist: Sabrina Lay

3rd place: Site 13: “Let It Bring Hope” -Artist: Tracie Houston

Juror’s Choice Award: Site 9: “The Dance of Pollination” -Artist: Courtney Djane

 

2025 People’s Choice Winners

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