At the Ark Encounter, 12 stones are at the base of the life-size Noah’s Ark. These stones signify that the Ark was built to remind future generations and the whole world of the gospel of Jesus Christ and the truth of God’s Word.
Twelve Stones Meaning at the Ark
Twelve Stones Monument at the Ark
Walking around Ark Encounter Park, one can see a lot of plants and flowers, which add softness to the walkways.
Flower Combination at the Ark
Canna lily flowers sometimes have an eye-popping saturated color and sometimes a demure pastel tone. Both types attract hummingbirds and butterflies to the garden.
Here are some samples from Ark Encounter in Kentucky.
Another Canna Lily at the Ark
Canna Lily at the Ark
Candelbera Bush is a large, spreading shrub from Argentina that produces large spikes of golden-yellow flowers that open from bottom to top. When covered with unopened flower buds, the spikes look like golden candles.
Here is one at Ark Encounter in Kentucky.
Candelabra Bush at the Ark
Coleus plants have a wide range of color variations, from bright chartreuse to hot pink to near black and any number of combinations. Their leaves are one to six inches long and come in many shapes and sizes.
Here are some samples at the Ark.
Coleus at the Ark
Coleus Colors at the Ark
More Coleus at the Ark
Passiflora, or passion flower, is a genus of more than 550 species in the Passifloraceae family. The genus contains vines, lianas, shrubs, and trees and is predominantly distributed throughout Mexico, Central, and South America, with a few species endemic to Southeast Asia and the Pacific.
Here are images of a passion flower blooming at the Ark – from bud to flower
Passion Flower Bud at the Ark
Passion Flower Ready to Bloom at the Ark
Passion Flower at the Ark
The Ark Encounter is a unique, historically themed attraction in Williamstown, Kentucky. It presents several historical events centered on a full-size Ark, the largest timber-frame structure in the world, in an entertaining, educational, and immersive way.
Noah’s Ark Wide View
Noah’s Ark Accented by Nature
As one enters Noah’s world aboard the massive Ark, three decks are filled with scores of world-class exhibit bays. These stunning exhibits allow one to experience what Noah’s life may have been like.
Deck 1 immerses guests in the size and scope of the biblical ark as visitors walk through a storage area and learn about animal kinds. Deck 2 focuses on the pre-flood world, animal concerns, and an exploration of Noah and how God could have prepared him for his monumental task. Deck 3 covers plausible living quarters for Noah and his family, flood geology, post-flood events, and a unique Museum of the Bible exhibit.
Noah’s Ark had 1,398 kinds of animals and 6,744 animals. The chart below shows how many things could fit inside the Ark. The ARK displays a variety of distinct animals (such as the one shown below) and numerous types of containers closely resembling Noah’s Ark.
Animals on the Ark
Animal from the Past
Storage Containers for Insects
Storage Containers
The Ark Encounter in Kentucky has several ramps, including a large ramp outside the ark. Visitors can walk up this ramp to take photos of the ark and the surrounding area. It was closed during our visit.
Stairs up to Noah’s Ark
Stairs to Noah’s Ark
Animal bush sculptures of giraffes and an elephant gazing at the ARK
Giraffes Looking at Noah’s Ark
Elephant Viewing Noah’s Ark
Ark Encounter, near Lexington, Kentucky, features a full-size Noah’s Ark, built according to the dimensions given in the Bible. This modern engineering marvel is 510 feet long, 85 feet wide, and 51 feet high. Here are images of different perspectives of the ARK.
Noah’s Ark
Noah’s Ark Setting
In September 2024, we visited The Ark Encounter in Williamstown (close to Lexington), Kentucky. This fantastic building is a life-sized Noah’s Ark, and it was a unique experience! The images below are a Noah’s Ark Model and a welcome sign relating to the historical perspective.
ARK Encounter Sign
Noah’s Ark Model
Noah’s Ark Welcome Sign