Asbury Park’s iconic boardwalk has gained a striking new addition that has quickly become a must-see destination for locals and visitors alike. The large-scale...

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Asbury Park’s iconic boardwalk has gained a striking new addition that has quickly become a must-see destination for locals and visitors alike. The large-scale sculpture, Mother & Baby Foxes, created by internationally acclaimed artist Bordalo II, transforms discarded plastic and everyday waste into a powerful public art statement, highlighting both environmental responsibility and community collaboration. The work, prominently displayed at the southern end of the Third Avenue Pavilion, was developed over a five-year effort with the support of the Asbury Park Arts Council and the Wooden Walls Project. Bordalo II, known globally for creating art from the very materials threatening wildlife habitats, gathered a wide variety of items—from car parts and old toys to trash bins...