There’s a certain magic in stepping onto the sunny pathways of Beverly Gardens Park and finding yourself surrounded by a herd, one made not of living animals, but of 100 remarkable, life-sized elephant sculptures, each bursting with personality and adorned with stories of hope and coexistence.
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For a city girl who’s roamed Africa’s wild plains and wandered India’s lush reserves, it’s deeply moving to witness these majestic creatures again, this time through art, advocacy, and community.
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The Experience
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The exhibit stretches four lush blocks from Rodeo Drive to Rexford Drive, right in the heart of iconic Beverly Hills. Each elephant sculpture is unique, crafted from sustainable materials like eucalyptus wood and recycled aluminum, and modeled after real elephants. Every sculpture has a name and a story, offering a deeply personal connection to the animals they represent. The atmosphere is vibrant. Families, friends, animal lovers, and curious tourists stroll the walkway in quiet awe, often pausing to read about the elephants or take a photo with their favorites.
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The Great Elephant Migration
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The exhibit is part of a global initiative called The Great Elephant Migration, organized by the nonprofit Elephant Family. The project is designed to raise awareness of the critical challenges facing Asian elephants. These elephants face shrinking habitats, conflict with humans, and increasing threats to their survival. This exhibit is not just a visual experience but a call to action.
What makes this event truly special is how it is funded. The initiative is supported by a blend of philanthropic donations, corporate sponsorships, art patrons, and community support.
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The funds raised help build wildlife corridors that allow elephants to migrate safely between fragmented forest areas. These corridors are essential for elephant families to thrive, especially as development continues to encroach on their natural habitats.
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Why It’s Worth the Trip
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This is more than an art display. It is a bridge between continents, between species, and between people and purpose.
Educational: Even for those who have seen elephants in the wild, the exhibit offers powerful new insights through storytelling, culture, and conservation.
Family-Friendly: The exhibit is free, open-air, and designed for all ages. It offers an engaging experience that is both meaningful and accessible.
Inspiring: To be surrounded by community members, all united by a passion for wildlife, is incredibly uplifting. The sculptures spark conversation, empathy, and awareness.
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The Heartfelt Message
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To see so many elephants, each with a name and unique story, is to remember that their lives matter. These sculptures stand in solidarity with their real counterparts. They are reminders of resilience, community, and hope. For anyone who cherishes wildlife, this is an experience not to miss.
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How You Can Help
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If the exhibit touches your heart as it did mine, take the next step. Learn more. Talk about it with your family and friends. And if you are able, make a donation to support the cause. These elephants are not just symbols of the wild. They are reminders that what we do today matters for tomorrow.
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Visit www.thegreatelephantmigration.org to explore more or contribute.
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A stroll among the elephants in Beverly Hills is not just a day out. It is a celebration of life, nature, and the possibility of peaceful coexistence. It is a day I will always remember.
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About Cheryl Moss
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Cheryl Moss is the host of the Better Life for Animals podcast, where she shares uplifting stories from sanctuaries and highlights the work of vegan activists, ethical consumers, and animal welfare leaders. A passionate advocate for animal welfare, she is dedicated to ending factory farming and is working to raise $100,000 for Mercy For Animals to support underrepresented sanctuaries.
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Beyond podcasting, Cheryl is a banking professional and an accomplished children’s author. A graduate of Main Street Vegan Academy, she promotes plant-based living through her books, Gabriel, Cluck, and Pickle the Pig, which inspire young readers to embrace kindness, sustainability, and compassion for animals.
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When not advocating, she enjoys Pilates, and spending time with her rescue dogs and grandchildren. Through her work, writing, and activism, Cheryl continues to inspire positive change for animals and the planet.
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Be sure to visit: https://www.betterlifeforanimals.comto enjoy the BLFA podcast, newsletter and blog posts.
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