Steel Dandelions Surprise Salem Parkway

A surprise million-dollar art installation called “Invasive Hope” has transformed Salem Parkway with giant steel-and-aluminum dandelion sculptures, appearing overnight on May 28, 2026. Created by artist Chad Cheek and collaborators Adam Sebastian, Drew Gerstmyer, and Andrew Viator, the project was funded by a 2018 voter-approved bond measure aimed at upgrading the streetscape. Now visible near the Peters Creek interchange and Church Street bridge, these bold sculptures are sparking conversation and adding unexpected beauty to daily commutes. Support the show:Get a discount at https://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/552ada889eaa4edb