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Guardians of the Seeds Trolls

Coastal Maine Botanical Gardens
Boothbay, Maine

Five mythical trolls have taken up residence in woods and hidden on paths at the Coastal Maine Botanical Gardens. 

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In the Coastal Maine Botanical Gardens, a group of five mythical trolls has taken residence, adding a touch of enchantment to the woods. Created by artist Thomas Dambo in a two-year, $500,000 collaboration, these friendly giants are nestled along hidden paths, inviting visitors on a treasure hunt to catch a glimpse.

The sculptures, with Danish names related to the forest, expand Dambo’s collection of 80 trolls found worldwide.

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