Faces of the Forest Kickoff Event

Ceramic pieces in our Faces of the Forest collection will be installed on 12 trees throughout Pritchard Park in March 2026. You’ll be able to view the art by walking along the park’s paved and natural trails.

Guided walks

During our kickoff event on March 21, we’re offering staff-led walks at the following times:

• 1:30 PM
• 2 PM
• 2:30 PM

Self-led walks

For those who wish to explore on their own during the event, maps of Faces of the Forest art installations will be available to pick up. You can also view the digital map here to find the artwork anytime.

Levi Yakubu is a graduate of Dordt University in Fine Arts Studio with an emphasis in ceramics. He is a 5th generation potter who grew up in Nigeria surrounded by mentors like his father who have influenced his work today. Yakubu draws upon his rich cultural background, the Tiv ethnic group of West Africa, to create artwork that speaks to his cultural identity and encourages dialogue around difficult issues. He currently resides in Chapel Hill, North Carolina where he is an art teacher.