Sculpture Park & Garden

Tucked into the heart of Downtown Bay City, the Jefferson Project’s Sculpture and Art Garden is being designed as a living canvas where creativity and community meet. This outdoor space will showcase rotating sculptures, murals, and interactive installations from local and regional artists, giving visitors a reason to slow down, explore, and connect. Blending natural landscaping with bold works of art, the garden will serve as both a gathering place and an open air gallery, celebrating Bay City’s growing creative spirit while offering a destination for inspiration, reflection, and play.

Our Generous Sponsors & Donors

The Jefferson Project wouldn’t be possible without the generous support of our sponsors and donors who help bring art, light, and community to Downtown Bay City.

Grant Organizations

Michigan Economic Development Corporation
Leopold Kantzler Foundation
Herbert H. and Grace A. Dow Foundation
Russell H. and Maxine E. Foundation
Andrew Huie Family Fund
Bay City Rotary Club

Financing Support

Bay County Growth Alliance

Community Support

Bay County Executive James Barcia
Marshall M. Fredericks Sculpture Museum
Studio 23
Bay Area Chamber of Commerce
Gougeon Brothers
Valley Roofing
Go To Transport
Opportunity Center

Community Support Letters Click to read.

Whats Happening

Exciting news!! we’ve secured the property and are beginning the full build of the Jefferson Project’s Sculpture and Art Park! Stay tuned as this space transforms into a creative hub for art, light, and community in Downtown Bay City.

Want To Get Involved?

The Jefferson Project is fueled by community support. Every donation helps us bring the Sculpture and Art Park to life and keep creativity thriving in Bay City.

To donate follow this link

https://www.paypal.com/donate/?hosted_button_id=JKFRAR4TK77NW

Artist In the park

Our art garden is brought to life by talented local and regional artists. Each piece tells a story, adds beauty to the space, and reflects the creative spirit of Bay City.

Sculpture “Skinny Trees” by Bay City artist Mark Bleshenski, unveiled as the first permanent installation at The Jefferson Project site.

Mark Bleshenski "Skinny Trees"

Bay City artist Mark Bleshenski unveiled his sculpture “Skinny Trees” as the very first permanent installation at The Jefferson Project site. Commissioned through the Marshall M. Fredericks Sculpture Museum’s NEA Big Read: Great Lakes Bay Region initiative, this piece marks the beginning of our growing Sculpture and Art Park.