The Forks Aeolian Harp is a modern version of an ancient musical instrument that resonates in the wind. Aeolian harps originated in ancient Greece, but were popularized in the Romantic Era, when it became customary to place them in parks, grottos and castle ruins to enhance their atmosphere. The Forks Aeolian Harp is a work of landscape architecture that demonstrates exceptional attention to form, meaning, context and execution. It is also one of the largest Aeolian harps in the world, providing a unique and compelling attraction. With the installation of the wind harp and the other armatures, Oodena received a boost in local and international media attention, including a radio interview on CBC Radio 1, a fullpage article in the Winnipeg Free Press, web page links around the world and articles in Japan and the New Jersey ASLA newsletter. Parks Canada has requested an Oodena project description for the information binders they keep at their Forks kiosk. HTFC and The Forks have also begun working with Manitoba Education, Citizenship and Youth (MECY) on the development of an Oodena-based learning resource as part of the province’s Grade 6 and Grade 9 science curriculum.
