Missouri Botanical Garden in St. Louis, Missouri — The American Midwest (Upper Plains)
Spink Pavilion
Flora Gate, as it was originally known, was constructed by Henry Shaw in 1858 (thus the external inscription), one year prior to the Garden's public opening in 1859. As the original entrance, it served to align the Garden's axis, which gives rise to the "Central Axis" between the Climatron® and the Gate.
In 1919 - 1920, the Flora Gate underwent a major renovation and rebuilding. When the Ridgway Visitor Center opened in 1982, Flora Gate was no longer needed. The open loggia was fully enclosed with a custom, traditionally detailed wood and glass storefront system to create a banquet hall for special events.
Today, Spink Pavilion is one of the Garden's premier historic facilities available for events and private receptions. During the recent renovation, 92 percent of the construction materials were diverted from the landfill by being recycled or repurposed which contributed to the building's earning LEED certification in 2012.
Erected by Missouri Botanical Garden.
Topics. This historical marker is listed in these topic lists: Architecture • Horticulture & Forestry • Parks & Recreational Areas. A significant historical year for this entry is 1858.
Location. 38° 36.842′ N, 90° 15.435′ W. Marker
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Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within walking distance of this marker. Central Axis (a few steps from this marker); Milles Sculpture (a few steps from this marker); Bringing Life to Water (a few steps from this marker); The Garden as Inspiration (a few steps from this marker); Pring Hybrids (within shouting distance of this marker); Joyous Music (within shouting distance of this marker); a different marker also named Milles Sculpture (within shouting distance of this marker); The Symbol of a King (within shouting distance of this marker). Touch for a list and map of all markers in St. Louis.
Credits. This page was last revised on July 18, 2023. It was originally submitted on March 30, 2023, by Devry Becker Jones of Washington, District of Columbia. This page has been viewed 86 times since then and 11 times this year. Photos: 1, 2. submitted on March 30, 2023, by Devry Becker Jones of Washington, District of Columbia.
