What a delightful place, tucked away in Mequon. Easy to miss, this Sculpture Garden is just off Brown Deer Road. My son attended 'garden summer camp' here recently and he absolutely loved it. For context, he's four years old and the camp was 3 hours each morning for a week. His camp leaders were so sweet. He and the rest of the kiddos were able to explore so many different trails, discovered bugs and animals, and did daily crafts. Beyond camps and classes, you can attend various events and exhibitions here, or simply come to walk and explore the grounds. Very relaxing nature spot! read more

I cannot explain to you the history or anything about this place other than it exists and it's a lovely plot of land. There was basically no signage outside so we just followed the GPS into what looked like private property and through the gates. Inside there was a parking lot and in the short distance a house. We entered the house and really didn't gather any information there. The guy working kinda just wanted to be on his computer. No gift shop, it was kind of bleak. I think they could do more here to promote the place and make money (I assume money couldn't hurt!) There are no walking paths, just grass. You are left to wander aimlessly as you choose through the property so we did. Lots of space between the sculptures so if walking is an issue, this place is not for you. My 13 year old really enjoyed the pond and wildlife. We saw a lot of frogs and a few turtles. I have to say, it's very pretty. But I do wish I had some more information to take home with me about the garden. read more

Lynden Sculpture Garden - Parks Near Me - Milwaukee, Wisconsin

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Very cool spot to go to. Tried this out in March but I'm sure it's even more spectacular in the summer months. The turn in to the garden is tough with high speed traffic behind you, but there is ample parking. The staff inside the welcome center was friendly and there are clean bathrooms inside. It's a little tricky to find the entrance if it's your first visit. Ps - it's towards the back facing the garden. Looking forward to going back! read more

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Had some free time around the Milwaukee area and looked on Yelp, Trip Advisor, and Atlas Obscura and found Lynden Sculpture garden - decided to give it a try since they all had positive comments. Free parking and free admission. Nice bonus to go with the beautiful area to check out. There are 40+ sculptures on the property to explore, and you can take a nice leisurely walk to check them out. There is also a gift shop with various items for sale as well. There is a large pond area and coupled with the sculptures it all makes for a nice serene experience to enjoy when you have time to visit. There are also some picnic tables so you can enjoy a bite to eat before of after exploring the area. I enjoyed the various types, sizes, and colors of the sculptures. 1 of the featured artists also had work at another park that we visited in Iowa. read more

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Amazing outdoor sculpture garden outside the city of Milwaukee. Peaceful Walking Art Sculpture Gardens Peaceful I love sculpture as an art form, and I love walking in gardens, so this place has it all! We visited in fall/winter, and I would love to go back in summer, as things are blooming. My only knock is that the collection seems dated to when the Lynden/Bradleys were alive and actively collecting. Save for the Deborah Butterfield piece, and some nice new wood carvings by the pond. Still, this place is cool, and well worth a visit! read more

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Wow, what a beautiful place! If you still haven't been to the Lynden Sculpture Garden, make plans to visit ASAP. It's free and such a perfect spot to appreciate nature and the arts. Great to visit with friends, family, or by yourself. Not too far from the Brown Deer exit off of I-43. read more

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Though I came here in the middle of winter this place was still open and I wanted to check it out I don't know if the bridge is considered cross able but it was blocked off and I had to walk across the river. (it was frozen) tons of beautiful arts and masterpieces. Also nobody was here in the winter which was also great. Walking around the whole place isn't that long either for a beautiful place all in all definitely recommend this place read more

Spectacular gardens, trees, ponds, and sculptures. Continual collection additions. Great to visit multiple times during the year to gain perspective. read more

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Peaceful spot for you to get your fill of trails and art simultaneously! The grounds are lovely and meticulously cared for. Visitors and all staff wore masks and enjoyed the garden while also socially distancing. The sculptures are displayed throughout the grounds. There may be a particular walking path to take or a guide map available. We just walked around stopping at anything that caught our interest. We walked for less than one mile from start to finish and looked at nearly every sculpture displayed outside. Most of the sculptures were a bit abstract for us. We didn't always know what we were looking at or what the art was supposed to evoke but we had fun and enjoyed being outside in the fresh air. There is a nice pond with a few benches by it. The Bonsai exhibit which is a temporary exhibit was a great treat! We learned a lot and enjoyed seeing a selection of Bonsai trees including one indigenous to Wisconsin. Also, the admission fee (typically $9 for non-member adults) was waived. We were told admission is being waived until the summer months to encourage folks to get outside and walk around in a safe, socially distanced space. read more

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Looking to get outside but don't want to travel outside Milwaukee? I think this sculpture is a hidden gem and fun way to get to the outdoors without traveling far. I was so pleasantly surprised by how many sculptures there were and we had a fun time trudging around the sculptures in the snow! There are not plowed trails, so be prepared with appropriate footwear. It took us about an hour to walk around at a slow pace and enjoy the sights. The sculptures appear well-maintained and the grounds are well-maintained too. A great place for a stroll, whether you want to enjoy the nature or the sculptures. As someone who loves art, I only wish that the sculptures had information about them, whether a plaque or something we could read to learn more about the sculptures or the artists who made them. Now get yourself out there and give it a visit! read more

Nice spot for a stroll. Only been here twice, both during COVID, but I only imagine it would get better with it all at full strength. You can just look at art, or the natural surroundings. I really like the hidden trail along a tiny creek. Lots of cute spots for pics. Kids like the area where they can climb on logs and stuff too. I also like how they support local refugees with cooking programs and the like. I gotta go back and watch the recording of the one on making sambusas. read more

Interesting for a stroll. Mid century sculptures. Worth seeing once. Great textile exhibit in the office. read more

Great collection on beautiful, well maintained grounds. The pond is a gorgeous setting for so much art and the collection itself is varied. If you are a fan of sculpture and outdoor public art, it is a must. read more

Most Beautiful Place! Lovely walks along the pond, little garden paths, and lovely sculptures!

I don't remember how I came across this place, but I'm sure glad we stopped by on a beautiful sunny day. It was free admission. Driving in felt like we were visiting your grandma's private magical garden, nobody was there, it felt very private. Acres of landscape were welcoming you to walk and explore the sculptures on the grounds. There was no trail so you're free to roam wherever and however you want. A couple notes: -you can take pictures but you can't post on any type of social media. Respect. -I don't remember seeing any restrooms -there's picnic tables you can sit and enjoy your snacks. -keep an eye out for wild turkeys Overall this place was majestic with so much beauty! There were a couple of moments that took my breath away. I almost don't want to share the "secret" because it was really nice being there with no one else around....but it's too good not to experience the moment for yourself. *sighs* read more

Lynden Sculpture Garden could be categorized as a "hidden secret" in Milwaukee. Purchased as a country home in 1928 by Harry and Peg Bradley, - serious movers and shakers in the history of Milwaukee (Allen-Bradley) - the 40 acre farm land was converted into a beautiful green space by landscape architects, and gardener, Carl Urban, who planted more than 4000 trees on the property. Peg was an avid art collector and placed 50+ monumental sculptures throughout the gardens and around the lake. The majority of the sculptures came from contemporary artists in the 1960s and 70s. The combination of striking art and natural beauty makes this a special place. You would never expect driving by this old farmhouse and barn on Brown Deer Road that such a beautiful, tranquil spot with magnificent art is just behind the fence. Today was especially nice as the weather was perfect with blue skies and puffy clouds, the water lilies were in bloom, the frogs were croaking, the turtles were sunning themselves on the lily pads, and there must have been a million tadpoles swimming around the lake. Combine that scene with some fantastic sculptures and you'll want to spend a few hours here. The farmhouse has been converted into an art gallery, an educational studio and setting for special events. read more

As Kay C., the first reviewer, stated, the Lynden Sculpture Garden is a "hidden secret." The landscape is pastoral and the sculptures are contemporary. Together, they are magical. You are free to roam the grounds and enjoy, in summer, the wildflowers and the lily pads in the ponds. read more

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Thanks for keeping one of the most treasured and peaceful surroundings of art in Milwaukee. I'm so excited when there is an event held on the grounds. Walking around see all the beautiful sculpture amongst a unique setting is definitely on my top five experiences in Milwaukee. read more

This is one of those places that just kept being put off for whatever reason, let me tell you none of them where good excuses. This place is such a gem nestled about 12 minutes north of downtown. I loved walking the grounds and looking at the works, art and well maintained gardens. even just the natural radiance of natures beauty, come here stop for a moment and contemplate natures palette on the lilly pads. Watch the birds fly in and out of cute houses. Feel tiny compared to massive hand made sculptors. Look at the gallery of local painting. Feel the serenity. hold hands with a loved one. This is a treasure savor it. love it. be here. read more

A perfect place for a perfect day. I was here for a special event once and the environment could not have as magical if it was run by Disney. It was like being on a movie set. That said, free admission is unheard of and the rates are not low. But do find a nice day and plan to relax...there is not much to do except see the huge sculptures slowly twist in the wind. Expect to be amazed and out of the fast lane. Leave your cell phone at home. read more

Really nice place. The art is very nice and the outdoor scenery makes it very interesting. The broken bridge made me upset, but it would be nicer to have that bridge open. The house is erg nice. Inside the house, are two rooms that are being used as an indoor gallery. Not many paintings inside, but very nice paintings. If you are bored on a Sunday and want to pass time, go here. read more