Forest Hills in Northwest Washington in Washington, District of Columbia — The American Northeast (Mid-Atlantic)
Greenhouse
Photographed By Devry Becker Jones (CC0), July 29, 2021
1. Greenhouse Marker
Inscription.
Greenhouse. . In Hillwood's greenhouse, Marjorie Post maintained a collection of more than two thousand orchids and other plants and flowers for displays and arrangements in the mansion. Rebuilt in 1996, the current greenhouse complex looks much like the original, but features modern systems. Although it still functions as a working greenhouse, visitors are welcome to enter and enjoy the many orchids and other plants on view.
In Hillwood's greenhouse, Marjorie Post maintained a collection of more than two thousand orchids and other plants and flowers for displays and arrangements in the mansion. Rebuilt in 1996, the current greenhouse complex looks much like the original, but features modern systems. Although it still functions as a working greenhouse, visitors are welcome to enter and enjoy the many orchids and other plants on view.
Erected by Hillwood Estate Museum & Gardens.
Topics. This historical marker is listed in these topic lists: Horticulture & Forestry • Women. A significant historical year for this entry is 1996.
Location. 38° 56.656′ N, 77° 3.141′ W. Marker is in Northwest Washington in Washington, District of Columbia. It is in Forest Hills. Marker can be reached from Linnean Avenue Northwest, 0.1 miles south of Upton Street Northwest, on the left when traveling south. Touch for map. Marker is at or near this postal address: 4155 Linnean Ave NW, Washington DC 20008, United States of America. Touch for directions.
Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within walking distance of this marker. Visitor Center (a few steps from this marker); Cutting Garden (within shouting distance of this marker); Motor Court (within shouting distance of this marker); Mansion (within shouting distance of this marker); Butler's House (within
Photographed By Devry Becker Jones (CC0), July 29, 2021
2. Greenhouse Marker
Credits. This page was last revised on January 30, 2023. It was originally submitted on July 29, 2021, by Devry Becker Jones of Washington, District of Columbia. This page has been viewed 80 times since then and 14 times this year. Photos:1, 2. submitted on July 29, 2021, by Devry Becker Jones of Washington, District of Columbia.
