Niagara's most notable art gardens are situated in special nodes alongside the Niagara River. Maintained by the Niagara Parks Commission, sculptures, fountains and ornamental objects punctuate the beautifully manicured grounds of the Niagara parks.
From the Rainbow Gardens, created near the foot of Clifton Hill in the early 1940’s by celebrated Canadian sculptor Elizabeth Wyn Wood, to the collection of contemporary sculptures and fountains to be found at the Niagara Parks Greenhouse and the Butterfly Conservatory, there are wonderful works to enjoy throughout the Niagara Falls area. A visit to the Botanical Gardens & School of Horticulture reveals a number of urns and planters located throughout and filled with seasonal offerings.
A focal point at the Herb Garden is a beautiful solid brass sundial with the inscription, "Make Time, Save Time, While Time Lasts. All Time Is No Time, When Time Is Past". The Westonbirt Urns from Haddonstone feature a spiraling gadrooning and egg and dart trim, making both a stunning work of art and a functional display of herbs. The art gardens of Niagara Falls are a delight to all the senses, for not only are there many man-made wonders to marvel at, the natural beauty, sights and scents of the ever-changing flora and fauna add to the spectacular experience.