Book Garden
The Davidson Public Art Commission (DPAC) dedicated the Book Garden on September 15, 2012, reinventing an often-overlooked public space between the library and CVS along Main Street. It was created to honor Davidson’s literary and academic history, provide a sheltered spot for reading, and realize an artist’s creative vision.
The DPAC chose J’Nell Bryson, a landscape architect, as the designer for the downtown Book Garden. J’Nell designed a sculptural seating area for reading and relaxing under the large existing water oak and incorporated several works by sculptor Lydia Musco in the design.
The Book Garden is brought to the public by the generous support of the following: the Wells Fargo Foundation, David and Betsey Stewart, the Arts and Science Council, the Town of Davidson, and other Davidson families. Special thanks to Louis Stephens, the developer of the CVS building who owns a portion of the property on which the Book Garden sits, and the Charlotte Mecklenburg Public Library, who has voiced its support for and appreciation of the project.
