- Butterfly on Milkweed
By Kyle Burnett
Location: NW Corner of Inches St. & NB Gratiot
This is the first of three sculptures completed by Kyle Burnett for the MCEP Pollinator Park.
The “Butterfly on Milkweed” was created by Kyle Burnett of Battle Creek, Michigan. A young artist, craftsman who divided his time between both pursuits. MCEP found him by viewing his creations at the Sterling Heights Nature Center where they are still on display. MCEP liked his design and asked him for some drawings for a yet to happen Pollinator Park. His work became the first to be displayed in the new pocket park which at the time was only a vacant lot on Northbound Gratiot. The sculpture has an inviting seat to make you a part of the experience. This was the first piece ever commissioned by MCEP. The piece was paid for by MCEP and a grant from Michigan Council for the Arts and Cultural Affairs, now known as Michigan Arts and Culture Council (MACC). Thanks to Kyle for his work and MACC for their financial help.
Check out other work from Kyle Burnett at:
https://www.facebook.com/kyleburnettart
Stop by our office located at 92 NB Gratiot in Mount Clemens, and pick up a brochure of all our sculptures in the brochure box located on our front porch or at the Bonior Tree or Pollinator Park. There are plenty of sunny, winter days where a walk can be invigorating.
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