OPEN THROUGH FALL

Included with Daily Admission

1800

Square Feet

2499

Feet of Rope

11095

Pieces of Sailcloth

Experience Immersive Art in the Autumn Landscape

Pittsburgh Botanic Garden is excited to present Momentum by Patrick Shearn of Poetic Kinetics. Explore the landscape of the Allegheny Plateau as it is transformed by monumental fluid forms that fly through the air, shake in the breeze and bring a spectacular display of color to the Garden. This exhibition features sculptures custom-made for the Lotus Pond and the Garden of the Five Senses.

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Elevated Reflection
⚲ Lotus Pond

Vivid Echo
⚲ Garden of the Five Senses

The Stream
⚲ Welcome Center

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Dates: Open Tuesday – Sunday every week through Fall!

Location: 799 Pinkerton Run Rd. Pittsburgh, PA 15071 (Directions)

Hours: Pittsburgh Botanic Garden is open 9:00am – 5:00pm every Tuesday – Sunday. The Garden is closed on Mondays.

Admission: Momentum is included with the cost of regular daily admission. Reserving timed tickets ahead of your visit is encouraged.

Members Free

Adults (18+) $18

Youth (3-17) $12

Child (< 3) Free

Garden Member	All Active Members	Free
Adult	18 Years & Older	$18
Youth	3-17 Years	$12
Child	Under 3 Years	Free

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About Poetic Kinetics

Patrick Shearn creates site-specific, experiential public art that invites viewers into unique, ephemeral experiences. His large-scale sculptures engage the senses and challenge expectations around choice, perception, illusion, and time. With roots in technology, science, and a deep reverence for nature, Shearn’s work balances playfulness with precision. Growing up in a family of artists, he developed an instinct to ask “what if…” and a belief that any creative vision is possible—a spirit his work continues to inspire in others.

Poetic Kinetics, founded by Shearn, is a collective of creative minds specializing in large-scale art installations, experiential design, and performance production. Based in Black Forest, Colorado, and Los Angeles, the studio emerged from the film industry and thrives on collaboration across disciplines. Each project brings together innovation, a sense of adventure, and a commitment to exceptional production value.

Learn More about Momentum from Patrick Shearn and Executive Director Keith S. Kaiser:

Visit PoeticKinetics.com >

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   Noel I 
 3 days ago
 
 
  Awesome
  
 
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   Carol S 
 4 days ago
 
 
  Although we've lived in Pittsburgh for over 30 years this was the first time we went to the botanic garden. Lovely place, hope to go back when there are more things in bloom. The special exhibit was fun.
  
 
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   Ariana M 
 7 days ago
 
 
  Absolutely beautiful!
  
 
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   Brad B 
 7 days ago
 
 
  Nice place for a curated walk in the woods. Mostly focused on trees and natural beauty vs. flowers and other blooming plants. Many child-friendly activities.
  
 
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   Terri H 
 10 days ago
 
 
  Great way to spend an afternoon. Every plant imaginable intertwined with others. So many separate rooms and outside exhibits.
  
 
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   Rob W 
 15 days ago
 
 
  What an excellent place and worth a visit for sure!
  
 
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   Rickydu 
 15 days ago
 
 
  Due to the weather I did not stay long but will go back
  
 
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   Danielle D 
 19 days ago
 
 
  Went for my cousins wedding. Perfect location and fabulous staff!
  
 
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   K M 
 22 days ago
 
 
  Good walking nature trails with added sights to see. Including Dinosaurs
  
 
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   Ed S 
 29 days ago
 
 
  Always a relaxing ealk