Vestibules: Mother Nature–The Common Thread

Solid rolled steel, powder coated, and Virgin’s Bower (Clematis virginiana).

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“The proposal for ‘Mother Nature: The Common Thread’ presents a compelling and highly developed vision for Brooklawn Park... creating an interactive and welcoming element that can engage children, families, and visitors of all ages.”
— Committee Reviewer, UMass & New Bedford Economic Development Council

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