Giant Whimsical Sculptures Are Hiding At Bird's Farm In Alabama

Alabama is filled with many unique roadside attractions, most of which are located in the middle of nowhere. One of these in particular is Bird’s Farm, which happens to be an open field with whimsical, storybook-like sculptures that’ll take you back to your childhood. For information about Bird’s Farm and its one-of-a-kind sculptures, take a look below.

Situated off the beaten path in Forkland is Bird's Farm, one of Alabama's quirkiest roadside attractions.

Since 1993, Jim Bird's whimsical sculptures have brought smiles to people of all ages. Made from all kinds of materials, including large bales of hay,...

...scrap metal, and more, his sculptures are true works of art.

When it comes to bales of hay, a few of Jim's sculptures include a ship on rough seas, an army tank, and a helicopter (pictured).

Regarding metal sculptures, one of the farm's most popular sculptures is its 32-foot Tin Man. This immediately brings a smile to people's faces, especially fans of The Wizard of Oz. This incredible work of art was made from bathtubs, 55-gallon drums, an old fuel tank, and many other scrapped materials.

Big Bird is another popular sculpture at Bird's Farm. It's not quite as tall as the Tin Man, but it's still equally as impressive and will immediately remind you of your childhood days.

The next time you're passing through the tiny town of Forkland, be sure to stop and view the whimsical sculptures at Bird's Farm. Don't forget to bring along your camera because you won't see sculptures like these anywhere else. Guaranteed!

Have you ever been to Bird’s Farm in Forkland, Alabama? If so, what did you think about its whimsical sculptures? Please share your thoughts with us in the comments below.

Another place in Alabama that’s just like something out of a storybook is the Tinglewood Trail at Orr Park. For information, take a look at the following article: Hiking At Orr Park In Alabama Is Like Entering A Fairytale.

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Jim Bird's Hay Bale Art, 16040 US-43, Forkland, AL 36740, USA

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