​1. Maze
Keeping with the original intent of the maze, this feature was redesigned in 2024. A favorite of young children, the maze is made up of evergreens that will grow varying heights to add mystery as it is walked. The adjacent area was redesigned into a functional sitting area offering panoramic views of the upper garden. At center is Centennial Man, the first sculpture added to Charley Creek Gardens. Back to top
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2. Centennial Man
Created by Herron School of Art alumnus Matthew Berg. Back to top
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4. Shade Garden
Installed in 1998; path switch backs down to Charley Creek; bluish purple wood hyacinths, daffodils, Virginia bluebells, redbuds, white dogwood, and an assortment of deciduous and evergreen azaleas burst into color proclaiming spring’s arrival; annuals and perennials provide continuous color interest through fall. Back to top
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5. Waterfall
Started in 2004, finished in spring of 2006; man-made, self-contained; full flow is 400 gallons of water/minute; meets up with a bog garden of plants native to Indiana wetlands. Back to top
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6. Charley Creek
Named after Chief Charley of the Miami tribe of Native Americans; flows through what originally was his land, Falls Cemetery, the city park, and into the Wabash River. Back to top
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7. Labyrinth
Installed in July 2008; designed by artist and stone sculptor Marty Kermeen; Native American design; visitors are welcome to walk silently and meditate along its route. Back to top
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8. Garfield Wildflower Meadow
Inspired by Garfield creator Jim Davis’ meadow outside his Muncie design studio; features native Indiana wildflowers and grasses; prime color is mid-summer; blooms and seed heads attract birds and butterflies; the foot bridge was added in 2011 and was donated by Falls Cemetery; it is used for photography shoots. Back to top
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9. Charley Creek Cottage
Private residence; design suggests Queen Anne cottage architecture popular in the late 19th and early 20th centuries; its garden is open to the public; due to erosion, the creek bank is planted with native grasses and wildflowers with root systems that aid in bank retention. Back to top
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10. Education and Resource Center
Completed in 2007; designed in the arts and crafts tradition; features a resource/meeting room and staff offices; the greenhouse is used for plant storage, seasonal events and education; the resource/meeting room is available for rental opportunities. Back to top
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11. Key Way
Michael Smith, also a Herron alumnus, created this piece. Back to top