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Bouquet of Stories: Philly Garden History
Free exhibit explores 300 years of Philly gardening history with new Athenaeum Garden.
In brief
Free exhibit explores 300 years of Philly gardening history with new Athenaeum Garden. Philadelphia opens free exhibition 'Bouquet of Stories' on Nov 6 exploring nearly 300 years of gardening history and featuring a new garden designed by Wambui Ippolito. Originally reported by PhillyVoice.
Free Philly exhibit opens
Philadelphia opens free exhibition 'Bouquet of Stories' on November 6 exploring nearly three centuries of gardening history.
New Athenaeum Garden
The new Athenaeum Garden is designed by landscape designer Wambui Ippolito with Pennsylvania Horticultural Society and Philadelphia gardeners.
Exhibition dates and location
The exhibition runs from November 6 to January 30 at The Athenaeum of Philadelphia, 219 S. 6th St., Philadelphia, PA 19106.
Exhibition features
Rare objects, photographs and stories span nearly three centuries of Philadelphia gardening history including immigrant traditions and women's contributions.
Opening event
Opening night includes exhibition preview from 5-6 p.m., curator conversation from 6-7 p.m. and reception from 7-8 p.m. with free admission.
Athenaeum hours
The Athenaeum is open Mondays 9 a.m.-7 p.m.; Tuesdays, Thursdays and Fridays 9 a.m.-5 p.m.; Wednesdays 10 a.m.-5 p.m.; Saturdays 10 a.m.-3 p.m.
Exhibition purpose
The exhibition celebrates Pennsylvania Horticultural Society's 200th anniversary with rare objects and immigrant gardening traditions.
Community garden design
The Athenaeum Garden changes with seasons through community collaboration and landscape designer Wambui Ippolito's work.
The big picture
Philadelphia opens free exhibition 'Bouquet of Stories' on Nov 6 exploring nearly 300 years of gardening history and featuring a new garden designed by Wambui Ippolito.
