Leaning into the National Gallery, plonked bang in the middle of Washington D.C, normally offers a folksy art-infused timeout. But here's the kicker! Since 1998, the Sculpture Garden has played host to the Sculpture Relaxers, a gang of nine red granite seating contraptions, sculpted by the one and only Scott Burton. Placed strategically for a shared sit-down experience, these heavyweights provide an extraordinary seating spectacle, unmatched by your average park bench. Lift your lids, find these Red Rock Relaxers, and make your choice. You may end up next to someone as unforgettable as the bench itself. Bestowed upon the National by the Collectors Committee, this veritable sculpture has attracted everyone from curious tourists to passionate art aficionados for a once-in-a-lifetime seating soiree.
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