The Mission of Hamilton, OH, City of Sculpture is to Promote the Recognition of Hamilton as a Cultural Community through Obtaining Sculptures to be Placed in Public Spaces for the Enjoyment of Citizens and Visitors.

June 30, 2004 News Release, "City of Sculpture Enhances Public Spaces through Art ... Creates Cultural Destination in Hamilton , OH"
                 
"The Greatest Manufacturing City of its Size in the World" was one description of Hamilton, Ohio, at the turn of the 20^th century.  Hamilton's world-class credentials weren't the creation of an imaginative promoter.  They were legitimate, the product of powerful elements.  Bold entrepreneurs and visionary civic leaders pushed Hamilton to the forefront of transportation with bridges, canals, and railroads, and developed utilities.

Among the legacies of Hamilton's success is an accessible assortment of architectural and historic treasures. Hamiltonians, proud of their history, have preserved and polished structures, which represent a cross section of the city's cultural and economic past.  Today, three compact historic districts, plus scenic downtown Hamilton, showcase a variety of homes and buildings.

A positive commentary on life in Hamilton is reflected by the strong support shown for the arts.  Embodying this zeal is the Fitton Center for Creative Arts, a multi-arts facility given as a gift to the city by community members.  This facility was singled out for the Institutional Excellence Award for the State of Ohio and has won statewide recognition through the Governor's Arts Awards in six categories.  www.fittoncenter.org

In 1984, Hamilton businessman, Harry T. Wilks, acquired the core 40-acre property that has become Pyramid Hill Sculpture Park.  Pyramid Hill is now a 265-acre sculpture park and outdoor museum that combines the lure of nature with the dynamic presence of more than 50 pieces of monumental sculpture. One of only three such facilities of its scale in the United States, Pyramid Hill is a setting where landscape and art come together in natural galleries.  www.pyramidhill.org

On August 16, 2000, Hamilton received Governor Bob Taft's recognition as "The City of Sculpture".  This sparked a vision for a group of community members who officially formed Hamilton, Ohio, City of Sculpture, Inc.  Since Hamilton received Governor Taft's recognition as "The City of Sculpture", a full Board of Trustees has been established and many sculptures have been installed in Hamilton including Lentil, Snapshot, and the Butler County Firefighters bronze memorial. Other organizations are becoming increasingly energized through this vision.

Directions to downtown Hamilton!

Located in Southwest Ohio between Cincinnati and Dayton From Cincinnati or Dayton, Hamilton is less than 10 miles off of Interstate 75 (Exit 24 - State Route 129).  At the end of SR 129, continue straight onto High Street in Downtown Hamilton. From Indiana, take I275 to SR 27 North (Exit 33 -Colerain Avenue) to Route 128 (Hamilton/Ross exit).  Turn right at the end of the exit to follow SR 128 approximately 8 miles.  Turn right at Main Street to cross the High/Main Street Bridge into Downtown Hamilton. For tourism information, contact www.hamilton-cvb.com.