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College of Agricultural, Consumer & Environmental Sciences Illinois Extension

Golden Garden Days: Northwest Celebration

50 years master gardener logo on soil with garden tools
Event Date(s)
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County
Marshall
LaSalle
Celebrate 50 Years with the Master Gardeners!

Grow your gardening knowledge and skills as we celebrate 50 years of Master Gardener impact through hands-on workshops, tours, and expert advice!   
Master Gardeners will be present throughout each site to answer questions and provide insight into the work they do in our communities. This event is free and open to the public. Participants are welcome to stop by any garden location that fits their schedule or spend the full day with Master Gardeners. 

Whether you're an experienced gardener, a beginner, or someone who enjoys beautiful spaces, we invite you to celebrate with us and learn more about the Master Gardener program.

Tour Schedule
8:30 – 9:00 a.m. - Learn Grow Share Garden | Henry United Methodist Church, 225 Lincoln St, Henry, IL 61537 
 
9:30-10:30 a.m.- Travel to Toluca

10:30 a.m. -12:30 p.m. - Toluca Coal Mine Wildflower Meadow and School Garden | East Bennington St., Toluca, IL 61369

12:30-2:00 - Lunch on own and travel to Ottawa. | Take some time to explore downtown Ottawa during your visit.  
 
2:00-4:00 p.m. - Ottawa Toll House Garden and other sights | 221 Columbus St, Ottawa, IL 61350
  • Reddick Mansion
  • Palate Garden
  • Butterfly Garden
  • Plant a Row
  • Extension Native Garden
  • Downtown Flower Beds
If you need a reasonable accommodation to participate, please contact
College of Agricultural, Consumer & Environmental Sciences Illinois Extension

101 Mumford Hall (MC-710)

1301 W. Gregory Dr.

Urbana, IL 61801

Email: extension@illinois.edu

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