The Maple Grove Christmas Box Angel of Hope is located in the Maple Grove Arboretum just north County Road 30 at 9400 Fernbrook Lane N.  A grieving grandmother, Rosemarie Rosengren, donated the angel in memory of her grandson, Andrew.  Rosemarie wanted to leave a memorial where mourning parents and families could find a place of solace.  This angel was dedicated on May 6, 2001.     

The Christmas Box Angel of Hope was first introduced to the world in the international best selling book and hit television movie "The Christmas Box," written by Richard Paul Evans. The Original Angel of Hope statue, inspired by the book, was dedicated on December 6, 1994 in Salt Lake City, Utah. Since the placement of this first statue, it has become known as a place of hope and healing for anyone who has suffered the loss of a child. Each year individuals and agencies in support of grieving parents sponsor new statues to be placed throughout the world. Additional statue locations.

Interested in joining a new volunteer group called "Friends of the Angel"? 

Each year a candlelight memorial is held at the Angel of Hope statue on December 6th at 7:00 p.m.  The public is invited to attend this short, simple secular ceremony. Candles will be provided. Attendees are invited to bring a white flower to leave at the base of the statue in memory of loved ones.

Note: Participants are encouraged to car pool as parking is limited.  Additional parking is available across the street at the Arbor View Early Childhood Center and at the Grove Christian Center.

The Angel of Hope is one of more than 50 Christmas Box Angels throughout the world that are gathering places for anyone grieving the loss of a child of any age, for any reason.

Available for purchase to remember a loved one Memorial Paver Brick.  Orders placed before April 1, 2010 will be placed in late spring 2010. For more information contact Parks & Recreation or call 763-494-6504.