Lynden Sculpture Garden Tour

2145 West Brown Deer Road,River Hills WI 53217

17 May, 2023

Description

The former home of Harry and Peg Bradley opened to the public in May 2010. The Lynden house and grounds were purchased by the Bradleys in 1927. They retained the Chicago landscape architects William Langford and Theodore Moreau to transform the flat farmland, with its small farmhouse and barn, into an English country garden. The lake and rustic bridge spanning the water were designed to match Harry Bradley’s memories of the municipal grounds in Kansas City where he swam as a boy. In 1962, Peg Bradley—already an experienced art collector—began collecting the contemporary monumental sculptures that secured Lynden’s international reputation. She collected actively until her death in 1978, often inviting artists to Lynden to site their works. The collection includes sculptures by Alexander Archipenko, Henry Moore, Barbara Hepworth, Clement Meadmore, Marta Pan, Tony Smith, Mark di Suvero and many others. Additionally, they will have docents manning their Bonsia exhibit, a collaboration between Lynden Sculpture Garden, the Milwaukee Bonsia Society and the Milwaukee Bonsai Foundation. This docent led event is limited to 35 attendees. Cost is $15 per person. There are no paths on the grounds so wear appropriate shoes/boots. Afterward, we will dine in Brown Deer at Larry's Market. Outdoor seating is available there if weather allows. Lunch is not included in the $15 fee. You have your choice of driving on your own, meeting up with us at South Towne Mall in front of the old Shopko and still drive alone or carpooling. Please answer the questions included in the registration so we know your plans. This event is limited to MAMGA members and their quests.