Patrick Dougherty: Pilgrimage, the first exhibition of its kind, is dedicated to the acclaimed environmental sculptor. Best known for his immersive, building-sized stickworks, Dougherty has transformed landscapes around the world for over four decades. This landmark exhibition offers a more intimate—yet no less monumental—view of his career.

At its center are eight sculptural works that showcase Dougherty’s material ingenuity on a gallery scale: vessels, masks, and wall-mounted forms that remain superhuman in size yet deeply approachable. But the heart of Pilgrimage lies in its tribute to the collaborative spirit that underpins each of Patrick’s ephemeral installations.

On view for the first time, a monumental wall case will display nearly 250 pairs of Patrick’s work gloves—one for each major project. Frayed, worn, and signed by hundreds of volunteers and community members, they are relics of shared labor and creative devotion. Accompanied by drawings, personal artifacts, cherished sticks, and large-scale photographs, the gloves form a powerful material record of a practice built on generosity, transformation, and place.

Pilgrimage is a unique opportunity for BRAHM to tell a deeply human story about art, nature, and the connections forged between them. It was an honor for Marjorie Hodges and Artsuite to facilitate this exhibition and collaborate with artist Patrick Dougherty, director Stephan Dragisic, curator Gabe Wilson and the museum staff. We hope you enjoyed this exhibition at the BRAHM and will continue to enjoy Patrick's remarkable work as the show moves to future venues.

(Text courtesy of BRAHM)