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Dr. Seuss National Memorial Sculpture Garden

220 State Street, Springfield, MA
413-263-6800
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Ranked #5 of 19 attractions in Springfield
Type: Monuments/ Statues, Landmarks/ Points of Interest, Art Galleries
Owner description: Bring the kids to this outdoor sculpture garden where the Cat in the Hat, the Grinch and other beloved Dr. Seuss characters are immortalized in... more » Owner description: Bring the kids to this outdoor sculpture garden where the Cat in the Hat, the Grinch and other beloved Dr. Seuss characters are immortalized in bronze, life-size statues all designed by Geisel's step-daughter, sculptor Lark Grey Dimond-Cates. « less
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Boston, MA
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 16 April 2013

Dr. Seuss' most famous characters are reproduced life-size, in full three dimensional glory, in this free sculpture garden. The detail of the statues is amazing. There is also a statue of Theodore Geisel (Dr. Seuss) in his armchair. Be sure to go around the back of the armchair as it has been very cleverly cast to pay homage to Dr.... More

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Hyde Park, New York
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 2 April 2013

The sculptures in the park are amazing. The runs about no climbing on any of them...ridiculous. When we visited in June of 2012 they were beginning construction on an additional part of the exhibit which included a house from the Grinch. I don't know if you were going to be able to go into it though!

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Plainview, New York
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 1 April 2013

I did not know the significance of the Dr Seuss statues at first. Nice display showing off the history of the town.

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Dearborn Heights, Michigan
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 21 March 2013

His characters come to life with him sitting and watching. The giant book of the places you go could not be more perfect and can be read from the giant bronze book Dr Seuss left his heart in Springfield

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Monson, Massachusetts, United States
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 19 March 2013

It is an amazing place to go with the kids. Fair pricing, local, quaint. You can get a package and view other museum exhibits as well. The kids will enjoy and you don't burn a whole in your wallet.

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Holland, Massachusetts
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3 of 5 stars Reviewed 1 March 2013

I never really was into Dr. Seuss myself so haven't read many stories to my son. That being the case it was a OK trip but a little boring after awhile. He did like all the statues, but it was winter when we went so it was a little cold to be outside for some of the exhibits

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Bergen, NJ
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 28 February 2013

Dr. Seuss National Memorial Sculpture Garden is free! It was adorable to see the cartoons in book come to live. Plan to spend 15 min to 25 min to take pictures.

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Springfield, Massachusetts, United States
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 26 January 2013

This is a tribute to the man who has entertained millions of children the world over and is a lot of fun for kids and adults alike. If you are in Springfield with your kids this is a must see. It's also very conveniently located right next to the library and museums.

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Boston, Massachusetts
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 21 January 2013

The science museum has long been a family favorite. Now with the Dr. Seuss sculpture garden it is even better.

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Toronto, Canada
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 15 January 2013

I grew up ready all of Dr. Seuss' books. It was really amazing seeing these sculptures and getting my pictures with them. Also, I loved the House made out of wicker near the lorax statue. AMAZING!!

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