Sculpture on the Hilltop

Aug. 7 - Nov. 14, 2026

An exhibit of 11 contemporary sculptures created by prominent modern artists on our campus overlooking the Atlantic Ocean. “Sculpture on the Hilltop” will be open to the public from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. on opening day, Aug. 7, and from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. every day for the remainder of the exhibition.

Audio Tour

Hear from each sculptor as you observe their work with the OtoCast app, our visitor engagement tool. It’s easy to download the app on your phone from anywhere and it’s free.

In the app, scroll down to Middletown, RI and click on “Sculpture on the Hilltop”.

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A map of a campus with buildings, sports fields, and a parking lot in the foreground, set against a backdrop of green hills and a blue ocean with sailboats.

Artists

1. John Clement

“Duke”

2. Nancy Selvage

“Harvest Dance”

3. Rob Lorenson

“Gathering”

4. Chris Plaisted

“Objects in Mirror Closer Than They Appear”

5. Mike Hansel

“Soft Pivot”

6. Craig Snyder

“Ascending Perspectives”

7. David Boyajian

“Unfurling”

8. Makai Murray

Untitled

9. Chris Plaisted

“Wind in the Waves”

10. Mike Hansel

“Measure of Air”

11. Wendy Klemperer

"Bushwick"

🔵 Blue dots mark our permanent collection of student sculpture from Mike Hansel’s Welding Course.

About the Event

Experience a captivating journey through the historic grounds of St. George’s School, where contemporary sculptures meet the dramatic beauty of the Rhode Island coastline. This curated exhibition transforms our 125-acre campus into an open-air gallery, featuring weather-resilient works from local and national artists.
 
As you explore "the Hilltop," you'll discover a unique visual dialogue between art and architecture. The exhibition winds through a landscape designed by the Olmsted Brothers, creating a seamless path between the timeless stone of our Gothic Revival chapel and the sleek, modern design of our newest facilities. Whether you are a neighbor from Middletown or visiting from the greater Boston and Providence areas, we invite you to wander our daily pathways and gathering spaces to see how these contemporary works enrich the maritime beauty of our historic home.