The Rock Island nonprofit collaborated with Hot Glass, another nonprofit in Davenport.
Joel Ryser, the founder and executive director of Hot Glass, came up with the idea. He and other artists created and donated unique glass sculptures for five different gardens, with more planned for the upcoming Trending Garden.
"I think once that's done, it's on to another idea, if they want to do it. But you can't get enough glass, if you ask us."
The centerpiece of the exhibit is a large blue sculpture that hangs in the sun garden. Over 300 colorful glass orbs, squiggles, spikes, and even a fountain are on display.
"This was an opportunity for one nonprofit to help another, to bring glass art to our community, and it just lifts your spirit when you go out there and see something like this."
Mayor Mike Thoms joined Ryser at the ribbon cutting on Wednesday. His family supports Hot Glass and its mission.
The downtown Davenport glass studio sells art and offers classes, including free classes for kids and veterans.
The exhibit will open Thursday at 10 am at the Quad City Botanical Center.
