[fusion_builder_container hundred_percent="yes" overflow="visible"][fusion_builder_row][fusion_builder_column type="1_3" layout="1_3" last="no" spacing="yes" center_content="yes" hide_on_mobile="no" background_color="#ffffff" background_image="" background_repeat="no-repeat" background_position="left top" hover_type="none" link="" border_position="all" border_size="0" border_color="#333333" border_style="solid" padding_top="20px" padding_right="20px" padding_bottom="20px" padding_left="20px" margin_top="" margin_bottom="" animation_type="0" animation_direction="down" animation_speed="0.1" animation_offset="" class="" id="" min_height=""][fusion_text columns="" column_min_width="" column_spacing="" rule_style="default" rule_size="" rule_color="" hide_on_mobile="small-visibility,medium-visibility,large-visibility" class="" id="" animation_type="" animation_direction="left" animation_speed="0.3" animation_offset=""] Artist: Anthony Bible Location: Indian Run Meadows Park 6675 Fallen Timbers Dr. Dublin, OH Details: Indian Run Meadows Park is located in the Indian Run Meadows subdivision. A small pathway between homes at 6675 Fallen Timbers Drive will lead you into the park. GPS Coordinates: N 40 06.545 W 083 09.073 [/fusion_text][fusion_map address="6675 Fallen Timbers Drive, Dublin, OH" type="satellite" width="100%" height="400px" zoom="14" scrollwheel="yes" scale="no" zoom_pancontrol="no" animation="yes" popup="yes" map_style="default" overlay_color="#81d742" infobox="default" hide_on_mobile="small-visibility,medium-visibility,large-visibility" /][/fusion_builder_column][fusion_builder_column type="2_3" layout="2_3" last="yes" spacing="yes" center_content="no" hide_on_mobile="no" background_color="" background_image="" background_repeat="no-repeat" background_position="left top" hover_type="none" link="" border_position="all" border_size="0px" border_color="" border_style="solid" padding_top="0" padding_right="0" padding_bottom="0" padding_left="0" margin_top="" margin_bottom="" animation_type="0" animation_direction="down" animation_speed="0.1" animation_offset="" class="" id="" min_height=""][fusion_imageframe image_id="12394" style_type="dropshadow" stylecolor="#ffffff" hover_type="none" bordersize="10" bordercolor="#ffffff" align="right" lightbox="yes" linktarget="_self" hide_on_mobile="small-visibility,medium-visibility,large-visibility" animation_direction="left" animation_speed="0.3"]http://dac.dreamhosters.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/12/Sentinel-224x300.png[/fusion_imageframe][fusion_text] Sentinel Riverbox was created by artist Anthony Bible in 2016 and is located in Indian Run Meadows Park. Clues: Look for a path that will lead you between houses and into the meadows. Move forward on the path until you can continue right or left. Do neither. Instead, look to your right at the trees that keep their leaves year-round. Could something be hiding beneath them? Artist and Credits: Anthony Bible’s artwork consists primarily of weaving, and Sentinel is his first piece created with concrete. Bible worked for The Longaberger Company for approximately 17 years before returning to school to earn his Master of Fine Arts degree from Columbus College of Art and Design. He teaches fine arts at several universities throughout Ohio. Sentinel was inspired by the Wyandot snake clan, and by the prevalent symbolism of serpents as guardians in native mythology. Additional Media: Artist interview video - CONTAINS RIVERBOX SPOILERS [/fusion_text][/fusion_builder_column][/fusion_builder_row][/fusion_builder_container]

[fusion_builder_container hundred_percent="yes" overflow="visible"][fusion_builder_row][fusion_builder_column type="1_3" layout="1_3" last="no" spacing="yes" center_content="yes" hide_on_mobile="no" background_color="#ffffff" background_image="" background_repeat="no-repeat" background_position="left top" hover_type="none" link="" border_position="all" border_size="0" border_color="#333333" border_style="solid" padding_top="20px" padding_right="20px" padding_bottom="20px" padding_left="20px" margin_top="" margin_bottom="" animation_type="0" animation_direction="down" animation_speed="0.1" animation_offset="" class="" id="" min_height=""][fusion_text] Location: Kiwanis Riverway Park 6245 Riverside Dr. Dublin, OH Details: Dublin Kiwanis Riverway Park is located just south of the intersection of Riverside Drive and Route 161 on the east side of Riverside Drive. As you head south on Riverside Drive, turn right at Quarry Place. Park in the first few available spaces and follow the sign to Dublin Kiwanis Riverway Park, directly across from the parking area. Public parking is limited. GPS Coordinates: N 40.0975 W 83.1100 [/fusion_text][fusion_map address="6245 Riverside Dr. Dublin, OH" type="satellite" width="100%" height="400px" zoom="14" scrollwheel="yes" scale="no" zoom_pancontrol="no" animation="yes" popup="yes" map_style="default" overlay_color="#81d742" infobox="default" hide_on_mobile="small-visibility,medium-visibility,large-visibility" /][/fusion_builder_column][fusion_builder_column type="2_3" layout="2_3" last="yes" spacing="yes" center_content="no" hide_on_mobile="no" background_color="" background_image="" background_repeat="no-repeat" background_position="left top" hover_type="none" link="" border_position="all" border_size="0px" border_color="" border_style="solid" padding_top="0" padding_right="0" padding_bottom="0" padding_left="0" margin_top="" margin_bottom="" animation_type="0" animation_direction="down" animation_speed="0.1" animation_offset="" class="" id="" min_height=""][fusion_imageframe image_id="12354" style_type="dropshadow" stylecolor="#ffffff" hover_type="none" bordersize="10" bordercolor="#ffffff" align="right" lightbox="yes" linktarget="_self" hide_on_mobile="small-visibility,medium-visibility,large-visibility" animation_direction="left" animation_speed="0.3"]http://dac.dreamhosters.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/12/TheNest-281x300.jpg[/fusion_imageframe][fusion_text columns="" column_min_width="" column_spacing="" rule_style="default" rule_size="" rule_color="" hide_on_mobile="small-visibility,medium-visibility,large-visibility" class="" id=""] The Nest Riverbox was created by artist Julia LaBay in 2014 and is located in Kiwanis Riverway Park. The Riverbox was repaired and enhanced in 2019. Clues: Park in the upper parking lot. Enter the park and continue down around the curvy path. Head north when you reach the fork in the road. Travel over where the water flows. Continue down the hill to the bend in the road. Look closely and beneath the vegetation you’ll find a place of protection from the outside world. Artist and Credits: Artist Julia LaBay is currently earning her Master of Fine Arts in sculpture at Bowling Green State University. She received her Bachelor of Fine Arts in sculpture at the University of Toledo in 2012. While the visual nature of her work varies from time to time, LaBay finds unique ways to combine materials, generally working autobiographically and metaphorically. The Nest Riverbox was inspired by by cliff swallow nests. The artist was drawn to the unusual shape of theses nests, the way in which they’re constructed and the fact that the birds were once a rarity in the region. While the artwork captures the element of nature, it also relates to domestic life. The artist states, “I think of the nest as a home; a place of protection from the outside world.” Additional Media: YouTube video - interview with the artist during installation of the artwork (Part I) YouTube video - interview with the artist during installation of the artwork (Part II) [/fusion_text][/fusion_builder_column][/fusion_builder_row][/fusion_builder_container][fusion_builder_container hundred_percent="no" equal_height_columns="no" hide_on_mobile="small-visibility,medium-visibility,large-visibility" background_position="center center" background_repeat="no-repeat" fade="no" background_parallax="none" enable_mobile="no" parallax_speed="0.3" video_aspect_ratio="16:9" video_loop="yes" video_mute="yes" border_style="solid" padding_top="20px" padding_bottom="20px"][fusion_builder_row][fusion_builder_column type="1_1" layout="1_1" spacing="" center_content="no" hover_type="none" link="" min_height="" hide_on_mobile="small-visibility,medium-visibility,large-visibility" class="" id="" background_color="" background_image="" background_position="left top" background_repeat="no-repeat" border_size="0" border_color="" border_style="solid" border_position="all" padding_top="" padding_right="" padding_bottom="" padding_left="" margin_top="" margin_bottom="" animation_type="" animation_direction="left" animation_speed="0.3" animation_offset="" last="no"][fusion_text] Get Inspired! The Nest Riverbox was inspired by cliff swallow nests. The artist was drawn to the unusual shape of theses nests, the way in which they’re constructed and the fact that the birds were once a rarity in the region. While the artwork captures the element of nature, it also relates to domestic life. The artist states, “I think of the nest as a home; a place of protection from the outside world.” As you spot other animals in Kiwanis Riverway Park, think about what their homes or nests might look like. What unique protections do their dwellings offer them? Learn more: All about the cliff swallow History of cliff swallows in Ohio Nests and eggs of other birds in Ohio Watch a pair of cliff swallows build their nest! Find out what birds you saw while riverboxing Why do cliff swallows live together? - good for kids! [/fusion_text][/fusion_builder_column][/fusion_builder_row][/fusion_builder_container]

[fusion_builder_container hundred_percent="yes" overflow="visible"][fusion_builder_row][fusion_builder_column type="1_3" layout="1_3" last="no" spacing="yes" center_content="yes" hide_on_mobile="no" background_color="#ffffff" background_image="" background_repeat="no-repeat" background_position="left top" hover_type="none" link="" border_position="all" border_size="0" border_color="#333333" border_style="solid" padding="20px" margin_top="" margin_bottom="" animation_type="0" animation_direction="down" animation_speed="0.1" animation_offset="" class="" id="" min_height=""][fusion_text] Location: Dublin Arts Center grounds 7125 Riverside Drive Dublin, OH Details: Dublin Arts Center is located just north of the intersection of Emerald Parkway and Riverside Drive, and south of Hard Road. The arts center is on the west side of Riverside Drive, and is a large stone building with a stone sign at the entrance. GPS Coordinates: N 40.1129 W 83.1121 [/fusion_text][fusion_map address="7125 Riverside Drive, Dublin, OH" type="satellite" width="100%" height="400px" zoom="14" scrollwheel="yes" scale="no" zoom_pancontrol="no" animation="yes" popup="yes" map_style="default" overlay_color="#81d742" infobox="default" hide_on_mobile="small-visibility,medium-visibility,large-visibility" /][/fusion_builder_column][fusion_builder_column type="2_3" layout="2_3" last="yes" spacing="yes" center_content="no" hide_on_mobile="no" background_color="" background_image="" background_repeat="no-repeat" background_position="left top" hover_type="none" link="" border_position="all" border_size="0px" border_color="" border_style="solid" padding="0" margin_top="" margin_bottom="" animation_type="0" animation_direction="down" animation_speed="0.1" animation_offset="" class="" id="" min_height=""][fusion_imageframe image_id="12355" style_type="dropshadow" stylecolor="#ffffff" hover_type="none" bordersize="10" bordercolor="#ffffff" align="right" lightbox="yes" linktarget="_self" hide_on_mobile="small-visibility,medium-visibility,large-visibility" animation_direction="left" animation_speed="0.3"]http://dac.dreamhosters.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/12/photo-225x300.jpg[/fusion_imageframe][fusion_text] The Riparian Riverbox was created by artist Nathan Mayfield in 2014 and is located on Dublin Arts Center’s grounds. Clues: Park your car and walk southwest of the building known for the arts. Walk toward the tower that once gathered water for plant and animal life on the property. Watch your step as you venture down the hill. Take a right when you can go no further and walk beneath the tunnel of trees. Stop and admire a piece of history on your right. Continue your exploration to the base of the steep hill. Take a moment to enjoy the river and the wildlife. Find The Riparian among the wildlife at the base of the “V-shaped” tree. Artist and Credits: Artist Nathan Mayfield is earning his Bachelor of Fine Arts in painting and drawing at The University of Akron. Mayfield views public art and his Riverbox as “... a new form of profound education that can foster higher complex thinking, scientific inquiry, exploration and discovery.” The Riparian Riverbox was inspired by by the Scioto River and more specifically the riparian zone. Riparian zones are strips of land along the water that serve as ecosystems. As the water rushes by, the roots of the plants in the riparian zone hold the soil in place. Plant roots also clean the water as it flows through the ground to the river. Healthy riparian zones support distinct flora and fauna as well as diverse wildlife. The Riparian was created from concrete, inspired by the natural stone that was once quarried from the area. Additional Media: YouTube video - interview with artist during installation (Part I) YouTube video - interview with artist during installation (Part II) [/fusion_text][/fusion_builder_column][/fusion_builder_row][/fusion_builder_container][fusion_builder_container hundred_percent="no" equal_height_columns="no" hide_on_mobile="small-visibility,medium-visibility,large-visibility" background_position="center center" background_repeat="no-repeat" fade="no" background_parallax="none" enable_mobile="no" parallax_speed="0.3" video_aspect_ratio="16:9" video_loop="yes" video_mute="yes" border_style="solid" padding_top="20px" padding_bottom="20px"][fusion_builder_row][fusion_builder_column type="1_1" layout="1_1" spacing="" center_content="no" hover_type="none" link="" min_height="" hide_on_mobile="small-visibility,medium-visibility,large-visibility" class="" id="" background_color="" background_image="" background_position="left top" background_repeat="no-repeat" border_size="0" border_color="" border_style="solid" border_position="all" padding="" dimension_margin="" animation_type="" animation_direction="left" animation_speed="0.3" animation_offset="" last="no"][fusion_text] Get Inspired! The Riparian Riverbox was inspired by the Scioto River and more specifically the riparian zone. Riparian zones are strips of land along the water that serve as ecosystems. As the water rushes by, the roots of the plants in the riparian zone hold the soil in place. Plant roots also clean the water as it flows through the ground to the river. Healthy riparian zones support distinct flora and fauna as well as diverse wildlife. The Riparian was created from concrete, inspired by the natural stone that was once quarried from the area. Can you identify the features that make the location of this Riverbox a riparian zone? Learn more: What is a riparian zone? Discover the riparian zone with word search - fun for kids! Riparian zone lesson plans for teachers – (grades 4 - 8) Benefits of and threats to riparian zones Get involved: Friends of the Scioto River advocacy group [/fusion_text][/fusion_builder_column][/fusion_builder_row][/fusion_builder_container]

[fusion_builder_container hundred_percent="yes" overflow="visible"][fusion_builder_row][fusion_builder_column type="1_3" layout="1_3" last="no" spacing="yes" center_content="yes" hide_on_mobile="no" background_color="#ffffff" background_image="" background_repeat="no-repeat" background_position="left top" hover_type="none" link="" border_position="all" border_size="0" border_color="#333333" border_style="solid" padding="20px" margin_top="" margin_bottom="" animation_type="0" animation_direction="down" animation_speed="0.1" animation_offset="" class="" id="" min_height=""][fusion_text] Location: Washington Township’s The Homestead Park 4675 Cosgray Rd. Hilliard, Ohio Details: The Homestead Park is west of Avery Rd and south of Shier Rings Rd. GPS Coordinates: N 40 03.021 W 083 10.944 [/fusion_text][fusion_map address="4675 Cosgray Rd. Hilliard, Ohio" type="satellite" width="100%" height="400px" zoom="14" scrollwheel="yes" scale="no" zoom_pancontrol="no" animation="yes" popup="yes" map_style="default" overlay_color="#81d742" infobox="default" hide_on_mobile="small-visibility,medium-visibility,large-visibility" /][/fusion_builder_column][fusion_builder_column type="2_3" layout="2_3" last="yes" spacing="yes" center_content="no" hide_on_mobile="no" background_color="" background_image="" background_repeat="no-repeat" background_position="left top" hover_type="none" link="" border_position="all" border_size="0px" border_color="" border_style="solid" padding="0" margin_top="" margin_bottom="" animation_type="0" animation_direction="down" animation_speed="0.1" animation_offset="" class="" id="" min_height=""][fusion_imageframe image_id="12357" style_type="dropshadow" stylecolor="#ffffff" hover_type="none" bordersize="10" bordercolor="#ffffff" align="right" lightbox="yes" linktarget="_self" hide_on_mobile="small-visibility,medium-visibility,large-visibility" animation_direction="left" animation_speed="0.3"]http://dac.dreamhosters.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/12/photo_rb_neru3.jpg[/fusion_imageframe][fusion_text] Nero3 Riverbox was created in 2011 by Giancarlo Calicchia as part of the Riverbox Tributary project. Park adjacent to the administrative offices (the big white barn). Clues: Begin your trek at the "Web Junktion" accessible playground. Continue your stroll between the two playgrounds. The train may have left, but you can still visit the junction. Walk to the place you’d be waiting for a ride. Hurry to catch the caboose. The light on the barn will guide your way Artist and Credits: Nero3 Riverbox was created by artist Giancarlo Calicchia of Cleveland. “The soul of the earth is stone,” says Calicchia, who is also a geocacher. “My aesthetic and conceptual approach to art is based on my early childhood in the mountains of Italy. I’ve known nothing more inspiring and more graceful than the earth that we walk on. Urban art must tie into the natural environment that sustains us. I was born on a traditional Italian farm where everything we wore or consumed was grown or made on site. My passion as an artist is a continuation of this tradition …” Calicchia works in natural materials, primarily stone. His artwork can be found in Italy, Mexico, Haiti, the U.S. and Canada. Additional media YouTube video - interview with the artist during installation of the artwork (Part I) YouTube video - interview with the artist during installation of the artwork (Part II) [/fusion_text][/fusion_builder_column][/fusion_builder_row][/fusion_builder_container][fusion_builder_container hundred_percent="no" equal_height_columns="no" hide_on_mobile="small-visibility,medium-visibility,large-visibility" background_position="center center" background_repeat="no-repeat" fade="no" background_parallax="none" enable_mobile="no" parallax_speed="0.3" video_aspect_ratio="16:9" video_loop="yes" video_mute="yes" border_style="solid" padding_top="20px" padding_bottom="20px"][fusion_builder_row][fusion_builder_column type="1_1" layout="1_1" spacing="" center_content="no" hover_type="none" link="" min_height="" hide_on_mobile="small-visibility,medium-visibility,large-visibility" class="" id="" background_color="" background_image="" background_position="left top" background_repeat="no-repeat" border_size="0" border_color="" border_style="solid" border_position="all" padding="" dimension_margin="" animation_type="" animation_direction="left" animation_speed="0.3" animation_offset="" last="no"][fusion_text] Get Inspired! Artist Giancarlo Calicchia was born on a farm in Italy where he spent his childhood exploring the mountains and natural environment. Through his exploration as a young child, Calicchia developed the belief that “the soul of the Earth is stone” and from this he gathers his deeply rooted inspiration in geology. Granite is Calicchia’s stone of choice when fabricating artwork. An igneous rock, granite is formed from the solidification of molten rock and is often recognized due to its presence in structural or ornamental use. Granite can be found in countertops, floor tiles, sculpture and paving stone, among many other objects. Natural formations of granite can also be found throughout the world. Learn more: Geology of Ohio Geology for kids U.S. Geological Survey What is Granite? [/fusion_text][/fusion_builder_column][/fusion_builder_row][/fusion_builder_container]

[fusion_builder_container hundred_percent="yes" overflow="visible"][fusion_builder_row][fusion_builder_column type="1_3" layout="1_3" last="no" spacing="yes" center_content="yes" hide_on_mobile="no" background_color="#ffffff" background_image="" background_repeat="no-repeat" background_position="left top" hover_type="none" link="" border_position="all" border_size="0" border_color="#333333" border_style="solid" padding="20px" margin_top="" margin_bottom="" animation_type="0" animation_direction="down" animation_speed="0.1" animation_offset="" class="" id="" min_height=""][fusion_text] Location: Scioto Park 7377 Riverside Drive Dublin, Ohio Details: Scioto Park is located on Riverside Drive, north of Route 161 and Emerald Parkway and just south of Hard Road. There is ample parking in both the upper and lower levels of this park. GPS Coordinates: N 40 07.076 W 083 06.632 [/fusion_text][fusion_map address="7377 Riverside Drive Dublin, Ohio" type="satellite" width="100%" height="400px" zoom="14" scrollwheel="yes" scale="no" zoom_pancontrol="no" animation="yes" popup="yes" map_style="default" overlay_color="#81d742" infobox="default" hide_on_mobile="small-visibility,medium-visibility,large-visibility" /][/fusion_builder_column][fusion_builder_column type="2_3" layout="2_3" last="yes" spacing="yes" center_content="no" hide_on_mobile="no" background_color="" background_image="" background_repeat="no-repeat" background_position="left top" hover_type="none" link="" border_position="all" border_size="0px" border_color="" border_style="solid" padding="0" margin_top="" margin_bottom="" animation_type="0" animation_direction="down" animation_speed="0.1" animation_offset="" class="" id="" min_height=""][fusion_imageframe image_id="12360" style_type="dropshadow" stylecolor="#ffffff" hover_type="none" bordersize="10" bordercolor="#ffffff" align="right" lightbox="yes" linktarget="_self" hide_on_mobile="small-visibility,medium-visibility,large-visibility" animation_direction="left" animation_speed="0.3"]http://dac.dreamhosters.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/12/photo_rb_houseofspirits.jpg[/fusion_imageframe][fusion_text] House of Spirits Riverbox was created in 2009 by artist Mark Soppeland. Clues: Park in the upper parking lot. Begin walking north (upriver) through the grass. Look for a “hole” in the trees, indicating a path. Continue through the trees, approximately 24 paces. Keep an eye out to the right, near the base of a tree. Artist and Credits: Mark Soppeland lives in Akron, Ohio. His versatile artwork encompasses many mediums and themes, often resulting in whimsical, yet thought-provoking castles, shrines and guardians. He has created more than 45 public art projects and is a Distinguished Professor at the University of Akron. House of Spirits Riverbox was inspired by mail art, a 30-year collection of found objects and the Indonesian custom of building a small elaborate house – a Spirit House – that was placed on a pedestal in the corner of one’s property. The house was intended to provide a shelter for spirits that could cause problems if not appeased. Offerings were customarily left at the house to soothe the spirits. An old spirit house should never be discarded but placed together with others somewhere in a field or a wood. Although they aren’t maintained anymore, it is common practice for passers-by to leave a gift at the spot. additional media Riverbox inspired by eclectic items (ThisWeek Newspapers) YouTube video - interview with the artist during installation of the artwork [/fusion_text][/fusion_builder_column][/fusion_builder_row][/fusion_builder_container][fusion_builder_container hundred_percent="no" equal_height_columns="no" hide_on_mobile="small-visibility,medium-visibility,large-visibility" background_position="center center" background_repeat="no-repeat" fade="no" background_parallax="none" enable_mobile="no" parallax_speed="0.3" video_aspect_ratio="16:9" video_loop="yes" video_mute="yes" border_style="solid" padding_top="20px" padding_bottom="20px"][fusion_builder_row][fusion_builder_column type="1_1" layout="1_1" spacing="" center_content="no" hover_type="none" link="" min_height="" hide_on_mobile="small-visibility,medium-visibility,large-visibility" class="" id="" background_color="" background_image="" background_position="left top" background_repeat="no-repeat" border_size="0" border_color="" border_style="solid" border_position="all" padding="" dimension_margin="" animation_type="" animation_direction="left" animation_speed="0.3" animation_offset="" last="no"][fusion_text] Artist Mark Soppeland’s inspiration for House of Spirits came from a 30-year collection of mail art and an ancient Indonesian custom. Mail art was a popular art form in the 1960s. Artists would send visual art, music, sound and poetry through the international postal system instead of displaying their works in a gallery because they believed that the commercial gallery was limited and possibly corrupt. Soppeland combined the artistic concept of mail art with the Indonesian custom and spiritual belief of spirit houses to create his riverbox. Indonesian beliefs state that when people move into a new home they disturb the natural world. In order to re-balance the natural surroundings, residents must build a smaller, more detailed model house on the property, known as a spirit house. The spirit house is a sign of respect and is meant to shelter and appease the displaced spirits. Learn more: Indonesian Culture Spirit Houses – Thailand (video) Build your own Spirit House [/fusion_text][/fusion_builder_column][/fusion_builder_row][/fusion_builder_container]