Missouri Botanical Garden in St. Louis, Missouri — The American Midwest (Upper Plains)
The Gardens of Henry Shaw
Henry Shaw grew up in Sheffield, England. His parents sent him to a boarding school, where each student had his own garden. These childhood memories, along with his later travels, inspired Henry to build a garden for his new country home in St. Louis. In 1859, Henry Shaw opened his garden to the public for all to see and enjoy. What memories do you have of the Missouri Botanical Garden?
Imagine!
Sit in the Victorian wagon. What type of garden would you plan with Henry Shaw?
Erected by Missouri Botanical Garden.
Topics. This historical marker is listed in these topic lists: Horticulture & Forestry • Immigration. A significant historical year for this entry is 1859.
Location. 38° 36.828′ N, 90° 15.569′ W. Marker is in St. Louis, Missouri. It is in Missouri Botanical Garden. Marker can be reached from Shaw Boulevard west of Tower Grove Avenue, on the left when traveling west. Touch for map. Marker is at or near this postal address: 4344 Shaw Boulevard, Saint Louis MO 63110, United States of America. Touch for directions.
Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within walking distance of this marker. Going West (a few steps from this marker); William T. Kemper Center for Home Gardening (about 300 feet away, measured in a direct line); Central Axis (about 300 feet away); Capturing a Feeling
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Credits. This page was last revised on July 18, 2023. It was originally submitted on April 2, 2023, by Devry Becker Jones of Washington, District of Columbia. This page has been viewed 48 times since then and 7 times this year. Photos: 1, 2. submitted on April 2, 2023, by Devry Becker Jones of Washington, District of Columbia.
