Growing Kindness is a new, monumental sculpture of stainless-steel poppies at the Overland Park Arboretum and Botanical Gardens. Inspired by the artwork of Overland Park native Jeffrey Owen Hanson (1993-2020), the 30-foot sculpture has been fabricated and installed by Zahner, of Kansas City.
Jeff Hanson donated paintings to over 200 charities across the country, raising $7 million for various causes. Jeff’s core belief inspires all of us to promote and “grow kindness.”
“Every act of kindness helps create kinder communities, more compassionate nations and a better world for all.”
Help us grow a kinder world. 🌱

5:30 - Guest arrivals
6:00 - Remarks
6:15-6:20 - Cutting of ribbon
6:30-8:00 - Reception at LongHouse