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"Gardens that reflect a combination of nature, art and literature are a rare and wonderful addition to a community. Children form the essence of our community, and to dedicate a space for a Children’s Literary Garden reflects Brighton Memorial Library’s commitment to this fundamental concept.

The planning of the Carol Heininger Wahl Memorial Children’s Literary Garden evolved around the central theme of children, literature and nature. The use of a variety of design elements provides visual continuity among individual pockets of spaces to create a balanced picture.
The free-form stamped concrete walkway forms the core of the design. The main entrance is emphasized by the freestanding timber structures, and a walk through them lends perspective and draws the eye into the space beyond. Undulating berms provide enclosure and lead to the grassy steps of an amphitheatre nestled between the trunks of two trees for naturally canopied outdoor storytimes.

The trees, shrubs and flowers are native species that are easy to identify in a dynamic seasonal landscape. Color, texture, smell and form play an important part in the array of flora. Benches will offer a resting place for young explorers and book lovers of all ages. Literary quotations relate to the plantings and serve as way-finders to the garden exploratorium. "

-Shubhangi Gandhi, MLA
Landscape Architect and Project Manager
The garden was honored by Brighton Neighbors United
with a Beautification Award.