Family-Friendly Events at Pyramid Hill this Spring
- Pyramid Hill Sculpture Park
- Mar 24
- 4 min read
Updated: Mar 27
Pyramid Hill is thrilled to present a diverse array of workshops, outdoor events, and creative experiences hosted at the Park this spring. From stargazing with a renowned astronomer, to family-friendly art workshops, and adult nature activities, there’s something for everyone at Pyramid Hill this season. All programs will be held at the Park's scenic grounds, offering participants the opportunity to engage with art and nature in a new way.
The Park recently added Stephen Smith, Associate Director of Education and Programming, to the Leadership Team. Smith adds a wealth of experience and is excited to bring his skills, creativity, and passion for the arts and education to the Pyramid Hill team. Stephen has been heavily active in the arts and education in the City of Hamilton since moving to the city in 2006. He has most recently been the lead at InsideOut Studio, a vocational art program for adults with disabilities since 2012. In 2020, Stephen led the way to create Inspiration Studios, a nonprofit organization that would carry the mission of InsideOut Studio and additional programming for adults with disabilities throughout Butler County into the future. Prior to his time at InsideOut Studio, Stephen taught community art classes and was a high school art teacher at Winton Woods City Schools in Cincinnati from 2003 to 2011. Stephen has designed three murals that are currently in the City of Hamilton. He also produces stylized paintings that have an abstract and whimsical representation of the architecture and landscape. His paintings and prints are part of several private and public collections in the area. Stephen has shown his personal works at art fairs and galleries throughout Southwest Ohio. He and his wife, Jenn Acus Smith, were recognized by the City of Hamilton as the Volunteers of the Year in 2016. Stephen holds an MA in Art Education, a BFA in Painting and a BA in Art Education from Miami University, Oxford, OH. He and his wife, Jenn Acus-Smith, live in Hamilton, OH with their son.
“We are thrilled that Stephen has joined the Leadership Team at the Park. Under his leadership we are looking forward to welcoming our community for art and nature inspired activities at the Park this spring.” says Sarah Templeton Wilson, Executive Director of Pyramid Hill. “Spring is a rejuvenating time to visit the Park, and with family-friendly events happening throughout the season, visitors can look forward to fun and unique experiences.”
The Spring Sky with Dean Regas
Friday, April 4, 7:30PM – 9:30PM
Free with park admission, pre-registration recommended
Join renowned astronomer Dean Regas for an informative evening under the stars. Learn how to identify the stars, constellations, and planets of the spring sky. After the presentation, we’ll set up telescopes to view the Moon, Mars, and Jupiter (weather permitting). Don’t miss this chance to deepen your knowledge of the cosmos!
Family Workshop: Relief Carving with Stephanie Rae Berrie
Saturday, April 12, 10AM – 12PM
In this hands-on workshop, artist Stephanie Rae Berrie will guide families in creating their own relief carvings. Participants will carve nature-inspired sketches into linoleum blocks and print the design onto paper, all while drawing inspiration from Pyramid Hill’s beautiful natural landscape. This family-friendly program is perfect for children ages 8 and up. All supplies provided.
Adult Workshop: Ancient Printmaking Techniques with Kim Radochia
Wednesday, April 23rd, 5PM – 6:30PM
Thursday, April 24th, 6PM – 7:30PM
Explore the ancient art of printmaking with artist Kim Radochia. Using traditional techniques, participants will collaborate on creating a piece of art to be displayed in the Pyramid Hill Gallery Museum, alongside Radochia’s exhibit Botanical Fantastical. Leave with an understanding of the palimpsest process and the experience of creating art with a nationally renowned artist.
Art & Earth Day
Saturday, April 26, 9AM – 5PM
Free with general park admission
Celebrate Earth Day, Arbor Day, and International Sculpture Day with Pyramid Hill and university partners. Explore nature’s patterns by creating leaf prints with resident artist Kim Radochia from 11AM – 2PM, tour new works by students from the University of Cincinnati’s DAAP program and Miami University Hamilton. Directors of Miami University Hamilton’s Conservatory will host a lecture on invasive plants from 10AM-10:30AM with Drs. Jacobsen and Ballweg, and kids can participate in a natural art activity for kids throughout the day.
Ink & Drink
Friday, May 2, 6PM – 8PM
View and experiment with inks made from various natural materials; hand crafted by local artist Jenn Acus-Smith. Jenn is a founder of Bright Wall Collective, a Southwest Ohio mural collaborative, as well as the program manager of Street Spark Mural Program in Hamilton, Ohio. Our featured drink of the evening will be a Black Walnut Old Fashioned, with variety of hard and soft drinks available as well.
Nature/Nurture: Forest Bathing
Sunday, May 4, 1PM – 2:30PM
Reconnect with nature in a calming forest bathing session. Led by Pam Lowe Cho, an ANFT-Certified Forest Therapy Guide, this unique experience offers participants the opportunity to quiet their minds through a guided walk, nature readings, and moments of stillness. Forest Bathing is a practice designed to reduce stress and promote wellness.
Adult Workshop: Tea Blending with Native Plants
Saturday, May 10, 1PM – 2:30PM
Join Cass Ruhlman, owner of Antiquity Teahouse, for an immersive tea-blending workshop. Explore the health benefits of various herbs, fruits, and flowers, focusing on native plants from Ohio. Participants will leave with a custom tea blend created to suit their taste and wellness needs.
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