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Natural History of the Tulip

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Location:
Glencoe, Suburbs
1000 Lake Cook Road
Btwn Edens Exprsswy/Rt 41 & Green Bay Rd
Chicago, Illinois 60022
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Class Level: Beginner
Age Requirements: 18 and older
Average Class Size: 12
Teacher: Heather Prince

What you'll learn in this flower class:

Explore the fascinating history of one of our favorite garden bulbs. From the poems of Omar Kayam to the tulipomania in the Netherlands, we’ve been fascinated with this evocative flower for centuries. 

Dive into the history, and then explore the gardens to examine the myriad varieties of tulips planted throughout.


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The Chicago Botanic Garden opened a little more than 40 years ago as a beautiful place to visit, and it has matured into one of the world's great living museums and conservation science centers. In 2013, one million people visited the Garden's 26 gardens and four natural areas, uniquely situated on...

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