Exhibition Requirements and Pricing
Rental Includes
Monumental Sculpture
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The Dionaea muscipula – the widely-known Venus flytrap – is captured in a sculpture that
replicates the closing of the “trap” through the use of hydraulics controlled by visitors.
One (1) 9’ Tall, Interactive sculpture with shipping crate
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Sarracenia (North American pitcher plant) is made up of seven separate “plants” reaching
heights of 15 feet and illuminated within.
Realistic in form and color, hammered aluminum with translucent powder coating creates
interesting play of light and color. Exterior light can be added for dramatic effect at night.
Seven (7) 6’ to 15’ Tall sculptures with shipping crates
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The “pitcher” of the Nepenthes (tropical pitcher plant) invites visitors to step inside to
imagine the fate of the insect that was allured by its nectar, through texture, form, and
sound.
One (1) 10’ Tall Nepenthes sculpture with shipping crate
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Drosera, sundew, uses hundreds of feet of fiber optic cable to illuminate the plant’s
tentacles that it uses to allure and trap prey. Over 500 translucent resin tentacles with
droplets are internally lighted for dramatic effect.
One (1) 8’ Drosera sculpture with shipping crate
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(5) Large-scale (9’ x 6’) hand-painted canvas banners.
One banner accompanies each of the four monumental sculptures (above), identifying it
with an image and its formal name. A fifth banner is an introduction to the overall exhibit.
Sculpture Specifications and Care
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Detailed specifications, installation instructions, site requirements, maintenance,
and care of the four monumental sculptures will be provided.
Sculpture Installation and De-installation
Transportation, accommodation and fees for TORK artists to install and de-install the four
monumental sculptures are included with rental. Each sculpture takes one day to install by
TORK with the assistance of two borrowing institution staff members. De-installation takes less
time (2-3 days).
Savage Gardens was developed and is managed by Franklin Park Conservatory
Children’s Interactive Components
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Six (6) freestanding, movable interactive pieces provide hands-on, playful learning.
o Gotcha! – learn how the plants lure, trap, and digest their prey
o “Operation” – be careful: try to remove the insects from the traps
o Wheel – identify different species of carnivorous plants
o Venus Flytrap – feed him and snap his trap shut
o Photo Op – be a bug, and have your picture taken inside a pitcher plant
o Magnet Board – where do these plants live? Build a bog with magnetic
images of carnivorous plants
Education & Interpretation
Carnivorous plants have proven to fascinate as people learn how the plants lure, catch, kill and
digest insects. The resourcefulness of these adaptive plants it is an extraordinary process to
witness up close. Most are surprised to learn that many carnivorous plants are native to North
America. Unfortunately, over 95 percent of their natural habitats have been destroyed, making
our job to educate the public about these horticultural wonders even more important.
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Adult and student program concepts
Educational field trip tour materials
Educational brochure artwork
Included are eight (8) 9’2” x 4’4” educational banners w/ pole pockets, featuring individual
photographic images of carnivorous plant species with educational text.
Also provided is five (5) hand painted banners: the title of the exhibition, and one for each of the
monumental sculptures.
Marketing and promotional materials
If desired, we can provide:
 Logo and advertising templates
 Video footage of the exhibit components
 Digital photographs of the exhibit components
 Sample press release
 Novelty and merchandising opportunities
Savage Gardens was developed and is managed by Franklin Park Conservatory
Requirements
Insurance
Proof of $1,000,000 general liability insurance and $300,000 property insurance required.
Shipping
Requires two semi-trucks. Rental includes inbound shipping to the borrowing institution.
Borrowing institution is responsible for return or next-venue shipping.
Site requirements
Load‐in plan for semi-truck delivery
Onsite installation staff (2)
Proper lighting and security
Storage requirements
All crates and shipping materials must be stored by the borrowing institution in a dry, secure,
pest-free space.
Exhibition has indoor/outdoor capabilities:
 Four monumental sculptures by TORK require a minimum 18’ ceiling (flexible footprint)
for indoor display. Please refer to the dimensions provided in this document. The
seven Sarracenia are fully indoor/outdoor. The Nepenthes and Drosera can be placed
outdoors in locations protected from direct sunlight and extreme weather. The Venus
Flytrap, due to the mechanicals, should be exhibited indoors. The TORK artists will
provide consultation and guidance in site selection and preparation if desired, and will
install the four monumental sculptures with required assistance of your staff.
 Five hand-painted canvas banners are indoor/outdoor.
 All other components must be displayed indoors.
Rental Fee
US $75,000 for a 4-month run
Minimum 30% deposit with signed contract
Full payment by exhibit opening date
Contact
Bonnie Roche, Exhibition Manager
Franklin Park Conservatory and Botanical Gardens
1777 E. Broad St | Columbus, Ohio 43203
[email protected] | 614.715.8016
Savage Gardens was developed and is managed by Franklin Park Conservatory