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Seeds of Time: Heirloom Gardens
across Ohio
Tour 2
Don’t miss the central and
northeastern part of the state and discover Ohio’s wealth of heirloom
gardens.
2 days/2 nights tour.
Day
1
Ohio Village
(OHS)
800-646-5184
Columbus
Cared for by heritage garden
volunteers, the Ohio Village gardens are filled with different types of
plants typical of Civil War Ohio. A guided tour will remind gardens of a
time long ago. Then dine in a historic setting at the American House
Hotel, also located in the Village.
Topiary
Gardens
614-645-0197
Columbus
See nationally-known Seurat's
"Sunday Afternoon" painting sculpted in topiary. The gardens include a
visitor center and gift shop.
Franklin Park
Conservatory and Botanical
Garden
800-214-7275
Columbus
Located three miles east of
downtown. this horticultural landmark houses four climates, bonsai and
orchid collections, a gift shop, cafe, seasonal shows and a Victorian palm
house.
Overnight in
Columbus. Drive to Mansfield next morning.
Day
2
Kingwood Center & Gardens
419-522-0211
Mansfield (Richland County)
Kingwood is the 47-acre former estate
of Charles K. King. The grounds are renowned for both their historic
significance and the brilliant floral displays of the new gardens. The
French Provincial mansion contains many rooms decorated with Mr. King’s
original furnishings and one of Ohio’s outstanding horticultural
libraries. An elegant greenhouse features year-round displays and plant
sales. The extensive grounds offer opportunities for hiking and quiet
isolation.
Drive to
Zoar
Zoar Village (OHS)
800-262-6195
Zoar
(Tuscarawas County)
This village was founded in 1817 by a group of
German Separatists. It became one of the most interesting experiments in
communal living in the United States These settlers called their community
Zoar, meaning “a sanctuary from evil.” With their communal living, the
Zoarites placed great value in their garden. In the center of this
village, today’s gardeners will find the beautiful Zoar garden and
historic greenhouse. You wan't want to miss a tour of the village after
visiting the gardens.
Lunch at Zoar Tavern and
Inn
888-874-2170
Zoar (Tuscarawas County)
For lodging and
restaurant information call:
Greater Columbus Visitors
& Convention Bureau
800-354-2657
Mansfield/Richland County
Convention & Visitors Bureau
800-642-8282
Tuscarawas County Convention and
Visitors Bureau
800-527-3387
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