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Humanics Sanctuary and Sculpture Park
A tranquil forest sanctuary where art, nature, and human values unite in harmony.
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A tranquil forest sanctuary where art, nature, and human values unite in harmony.
Humanics Sanctuary and Sculpture Park is a unique cultural and natural attraction in Ottawa, offering a serene escape into an ancient forest adorned with hand-carved sculptures from around the world. This immersive experience showcases the three essential values of oneness, equality, and interconnection through art, set along well-maintained hiking trails. Ideal for tourists, nature lovers, and event planners, it provides a peaceful setting for weddings, meditation workshops, and family gatherings, with friendly staff and educational insights into diverse cultures and religions.
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Self-guided hiking tours through ancient forest trails featuring global hand-carved sculptures with educational info boards and QR codes for descriptions.
Scenic outdoor venue for weddings, celebrations of life, family gatherings, and meditation workshops in a tranquil natural setting.
Programs highlighting values of oneness, equality, and interconnection through art, with annual memberships for repeat visits and expansion plans.
Well-maintained hiking paths with ups and downs, suitable for outdoor enthusiasts, offering a blend of art appreciation and physical activity.
Picturesque spots among sculptures and fall foliage, ideal for personal or professional photography in a serene environment.
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Overall rating
Raquel A
We went to visit this place last October as we were in Ottawa for the weekend. The place is amazing and we had a great experience. Walking along the trail and seeing the sculptures and being able to be with nature was energizing. It’s a beautiful place to visit and to come back again.
Kayla K
I went here for the first time today and I loved my experience. Everything was so beautiful and respectful of different cultures. I appreciated the map that was given to us and the pamphlet to explain the heart behind what they do. I spoke to two employees and I loved how enthusiastic they were about the work that they do and they were eager to share their knowledge. I will definitely be back again. The fall foliage made it all the more beautiful. I really appreciate the QR code to see the descriptions of the sculptures, however, I think more description and information of the significance of each of the scriptures as well as the materials used to sculpt it (if known) would be so appreciated and add to the experience. There are so many of them that do have a great description so I am sure that this is in the works. I look forward to seeing next year’s new additions too!
jess d
absolutely stunning natural area with so many beautiful statues to see, from all different parts of the world and walks of life. the staff were extremely friendly & helpful, pathways are well maintained. lots of up and down hills, trail can be a little narrow and steep at points, so highly recommended to wear good hiking shoes or boots. a wonderful labour of love, more than worth the $10 entrance fee.
J O Fur
The place is nice and has a lot of statues placed along a path loop that takes about 30 mins to cover on foot. The entry fee of $10 per head is a bit high for the limited activity here. There's a 10 minutes long disclaimer to fill out before you start, due to the high risk of falling off the path and getting injured if you're not careful.
Adriana VanMunsteren
Hidden Gem nestled in an Ancient Forest of Tranquility! We spent 2 hours walking these beautiful well maintained walking/hiking trails. There were SO many fascinating & educational spots showcasing amazing hand carved sculptures from around the world, representing awareness of "Who we are" by sharing the 3 essential values of 1. Oneness 2. Equality 3. Interconnection. We took over 30 pictures & read all the sculpture info boards displayed, which reflect which religion AND which essential value, each sculpture represents. We were SO impressed, we bought an annual membership so we can come as many times as we'd like & plan to bring our children & grandchildren. This is an awesome venue for Celebration of Life, Weddings, Family Gatherings, Meditation Workshops, etc... Located just 1/2 hour from Ottawa and nestled in the town of Cumberland, just off Highway #174, with access to the Park from Old Montreal Road. Well done and MANY more expansion ideas/plans in the works!
