St. Louis is an undeniably eclectic town. From the multitude of cultures that populate our artsy neighborhoods to the very words we use, there is a uniquely St. Louis flair to even the simplest of places. A park, for example, is a place one would expect to be serene and peaceful. This one park in St. Louis is just that, but it’s certainly got a personality all its own… and the giants that inhabit it might take you by surprise.
Welcome to the Turtle Playground!
Jason Meredith/Flickr This charming park is appears like any other, complete with abundant grass, walking trails, and swings.
It may seem normal from the outside, but it is actually inhabited by several stone giants.
Eden, Janine and Jim/Flickr
Eight concrete turtles watch over the park, and they certainly experience no shortage of visitors.
Turtle Playground, St. Louis, MO/Facebook
The turtles are accompanied by seven giant concrete eggs…
Eden, Janine and Jim/Flickr
…A few of which are in the process of hatching.
Eden, Janine and Jim/Flickr You may also notice a giant concrete snake in the background.
This park is the handiwork of Bob Cassilly.
Turtle Playground, St. Louis, MO/Facebook The space was created for Sonya “Sunny” Glassberg as a gift for the children of St. Louis. Kids and grown ups alike enjoy this zany attraction, and it is truly striking all year long. Cassilly is also remembered as the founder of City Museum.
You’ll love getting to know the personalities of these giants.
Jason Meredith/Flickr Among the species represented in these statues are a snapping turtle, soft-shelled turtle, and a red-eared slider. Each has a different appearance, and kids of all ages love how these sculptures help unleash the imaginations.
Amazingly, this playground is part of Forest Park.
Jason Meredith/Flickr The turtles can be accessed by the Tamm Avenue overpass near the Saint Louis Zoo parking area.
And it’s too close to home to not explore every so often.
Jason Meredith/Flickr You’ll love exploring your adventurous side at this incredible park!
There is so much to love in St. Louis, and locals adore the city for its flair for the dramatic. This charming park is just one of the many places that locals cherish, as it is undeniably one of a kind. Where is your favorite park in the city? Let us know in the comments!
Jason Meredith/Flickr
This charming park is appears like any other, complete with abundant grass, walking trails, and swings.
Eden, Janine and Jim/Flickr
Turtle Playground, St. Louis, MO/Facebook
You may also notice a giant concrete snake in the background.
The space was created for Sonya “Sunny” Glassberg as a gift for the children of St. Louis. Kids and grown ups alike enjoy this zany attraction, and it is truly striking all year long. Cassilly is also remembered as the founder of City Museum.
Among the species represented in these statues are a snapping turtle, soft-shelled turtle, and a red-eared slider. Each has a different appearance, and kids of all ages love how these sculptures help unleash the imaginations.
The turtles can be accessed by the Tamm Avenue overpass near the Saint Louis Zoo parking area.
You’ll love exploring your adventurous side at this incredible park!
Still craving adventure? This nearby sculpture park is everything you need.
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