Cosby’s Garden Centre and Concrete Creations in Liverpool NS
Cosby’s Garden Centre and Concrete Creations in Liverpool NS
Cosby’s Garden Centre and Concrete Trails is a wonderful place to visit in Liverpool, NS!
Over 10 years ago, my mom, sister and I headed to Liverpool to take part in a concrete workshop put on at Cosby’s Garden Centre. I made a turtle and my mom and sister made a concrete bird bath stump. It was so long ago that I can’t find the pictures. However, we are all still using our creations in our gardens and will definitely go again!
I had heard all about Ivan Higgins’ concrete creations that were on display behind the garden centre, but had never been, so we decided to go and check it out.
About the Artist, Ivan Higgins
Meet Nova Scotia sculptor, Ivan Higgins as his eclectic imagination comes to life. Ivan’s simply magical and undoubtedly unique concrete creations will not only grab your eye but will capture your soul.
Ivan, an accomplished artist, began sculpting about 15 years ago with his sculptures becoming a natural and powerful extension of his art. His mammoth sculpting projects are a winter tradition at Cosby’s. Friends and customers constantly pop in and out of his ‘greenhouse’ studio in anticipation of watching his musings take shape. It is inspiring to witness his creations acquire form as they evolve from wire and concrete into unparalleled works of art. It is not unusual for Ivan’s employees to assist in the development of the initial pencil drawings for his art.
About the Concrete Trail
The concrete trail is located right behind the garden centre. There are so many winding paths through the woods that you can take your time to meander.
You will be hard pressed to remember that these magnificent pieces are actually made of concrete!
There are so many acrobatic manouevres! They look so real!
Keep a sharp eye, because there are more sculptures hidden in the woods, popping out behind trees!
How does it work?
It is free to visit the gardens!
Take your time to wander the trails. We spent about 30 minutes walking around, however, you could spend much much longer looking at each of the sculptures and enjoying the peaceful atmosphere.
Children will adore the magical nature of the trail. Just remind them not to touch or climb on the sculptures!
At the end, please consider giving a freewill donation to help maintain the park.
Just give the money to Johnny!
Where to Find Cosby’s Garden Centre
Cosby’s Garden Centre is located just outside Liverpool on Route 3.
There is so much to do and see at this wonderful garden centre! Open year round, make sure you stop and take a magical journey through the woods!
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