Hartman Rock Garden

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1905 Russell Ave
Springfield, OH 45506

Hartman Rock Garden in Springfield, OH is a unique and captivating visionary art environment that showcases the famous figurines created by Ben Hartman, including iconic personalities like boxer Joe Louis and actress Mae West, as well as beloved characters such as Felix the Cat, Pinocchio, and the Lone Ranger. Visitors can attend the annual Tchotchke Palooza event, explore the garden on self-guided or guided tours, engage in family activities, and even participate in kids tours that encourage creativity and exploration.

The Friends of the Hartman Rock Garden, a volunteer-led non-profit organization, relies on the support of dedicated individuals to maintain and enhance this extraordinary art space. They organize various volunteer events throughout the year, including cleanups and gardening days, and also welcome donations to support their ongoing conservation efforts and educational programs.

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4.523 reviews
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Erika F.
5/29/2025

The Rock Garden was neat to see. It had a bunch of places created out of rocks and it is well preserved. It's free to visit, they just ask for a donation to help preserve the community.

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CarmoseHaitian S.
6/28/2024

This beautiful Creation is really a blessing to see in person. This is what it means to say "And I think to myself what a Wonderful World ". The meaning and message behind each design is...

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Jennifer W.
8/4/2022

Hartman Rock Garden in Springfield, Ohio is such a nice scenic stop. Their rock creations are pretty spectacular! My toddler enjoyed seeing the ginormous castle and walking over the little...

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Andy B.
12/1/2023

Definitely a unique place, if you're in Springfield looking for something to do, it's worth a quick stop..

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Bruce K.
6/23/2019

Thanks to the Atlas Obscura map, I found this amazingly interesting roadside attraction. Maybe a ten minute detour from I-70 between Dayton and Columbus, it's someone's backyard in the middle of a...

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