Posted in South Carolina
February 23, 2016
Everyone In South Carolina Must Visit This EPIC Natural Spring As Soon As Possible
What if we told you that one of the most unique natural springs in the Palmetto State doesn’t even have a name? Inside the South Carolina Botanical Gardens in Clemson there is a unique structure that was built around and over a natural spring; a spring with no name. However, the magnificent sculpture that encapsulates the spring does have a name. It’s called “Crucible.”
The Crucible is an installation sculpture and is one of the most popular "nature sculptures" at the South Carolina Botanical Garden.
The South Carolina Botanical Garden spreads out over 295 acres and offers nature trails, casual paths, ponds, woodlands and quaint streams. It's also home to the hunt cabin, shown here.
Not far from the hunt cabin you'll find "Crucible," a unique nature sculpture created by artist Herb Parker.
It was first installed in 1995 over a natural spring that feeds the small stream next to the structure. Inside Crucible, you'll find a contemplative space complete with ample room to sit.
...as you check out the natural spring and relish in the uplifting sanctuary feel inside.
With a good-sized hole in the top, Crucible is also a "rain catcher." On rainy, drippy days you'll find water naturally dripping down the inside walls.
A recent call to the South Carolina Botanical Garden confirmed the spring upon and around which "Crucible" is built has no name. But a spring that's worthy of this kind of adornment is EPIC even without a name.
Have you visited this EPIC spring in Clemson? Do you recommend a visit to any other springs in South Carolina as well? Tell us in the comments, or on our Facebook page.
