State Bank of Lincoln presents…
Gardens of American History
June 19 – 28, 2015
(alternate dates available)
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SPECIAL TRAVEL PRESENTATION
Date: Wednesday, October 08, 2014 Time: 1:00 PM
State Bank of Lincoln, 111 N Sangamon St, Lincoln, Illinois, 62656-2097
For more information contact
Susan Hurley, State Bank of Lincoln
(217) 735-5551
shurley@sblincoln.com
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Day 1: Friday, June 19, 2015 New York City, New York - Tour
Begins Explore America’s heritage, history and scenic gardens on this
in-depth tour of the eastern United States.
Day 2: Saturday, June 20, 2015 New York City Start your day at the
New York Botanical Gardens and enjoy exclusive early access. Board
a private tram for a tour through the expansive grounds. Stops include
a visit to the Nolen Greenhouse, not open to the public, and the Enid
A. Haupt Conservatory for a guided “ecotour” of this Victorian-style
glasshouse. Then, take in some of the floral landmarks of Manhattan
with a garden enthusiast before you journey to the High Line Garden.
At this unique oasis, learn about its fascinating history, design and
horticultural elements. The High Line is a non-profit conservancy
built on a historic raised freight rail line which was earmarked for
demolition, saved and turned into a spectacular public space. This
evening, gather for dinner with your fellow passengers. (B, D)
Day 3: Sunday, June 21, 2015 New York City - Wayne, Pennsylvania Philadelphia Journey to Wayne to spend some time at Chanticleer
Gardens, also known as the Pleasure Garden. Explore the house and
grounds at your own pace. Take in the colours and fragrances of the
seasonal plants at the Teacup Garden, the hardy perennials of the
Pond Garden, or enjoy the nice shady areas of the Asian Woods or
Bell’s Woodland. Travel to “the Birthplace of a New Nation,”
Philadelphia. Embark on a city tour highlighting the gardens this city
- known for art and culture - has to offer. Be amazed by the
abundance of sculptures and murals…Philadelphia is said to have the
most within any American city. (B, D)
10 Days ● 14 Meals: 9 Breakfasts, 5 Dinners
HIGHLIGHTS… New York City, New York Botanical
Gardens, High Line Garden, Chanticleer Gardens,
Philadelphia, Brandywine Valley, Longwood Gardens,
Ladew Topiary Gardens, Lewis Ginter Botanical Garden,
Monticello, Hillwood Estate & Gardens, Washington,
D.C., United States Botanic Garden
ITINERARY AT A GLANCE
Days 1, 2
Grand Hyatt New York, New York,New York
Days 3 – 5
Omni Hotel at Independence Park,
Philadelphia,Pennsylvania
Days 6, 7
Omni Charlottesville Hotel, Charlottesville,Virginia
Days 8, 9
Omni Shoreham Hotel, Washington D.C.
On some dates alternate hotels may be used.
Day 4: Monday, June 22, 2015 Philadelphia - Brandywine Valley
Discover the beautiful Brandywine Valley and the impressive
Longwood Gardens, an internationally-renowned horticulture centre
covering 1,050 colourful acres. Enjoy a privately-guided tour of their
greenhouse and gain an insider’s perspective of their research and
production facility. Return to Philadelphia and spend your afternoon
at leisure to relax or explore as you choose. (B)
Day 5: Tuesday, June 23, 2015 Philadelphia Step back in time at the
18th-century Bartram Gardens and enjoy an interactive talk to learn
about upcoming preservation projects at the gardens. Next, enjoy the
sprawling Victorian-era gardens at Morris Arboretum that span the
centuries. Here many specimens have been collected from travels
abroad, and a fine collection of contemporary sculptures blend in with
the original gardens. During your time here, discover the specific
areas of the garden, including the Rose Garden, Swan Pond, English
Park, Asian gardens, meadows and woodlands. (B)
Day 6: Wednesday, June 24, 2015 Philadelphia - Monkton, Maryland
- Charlottesville, Virginia Your travels today begin with a stop in
Monkton to explore the Ladew Topiary Gardens, named one of the
Top Ten Topiary Gardens in the World by Architectural Digest and
tipped as the best Topiary Garden in America by The Garden Club of
America. Your expert tour, led by Ladew’s Head of Gardens, will
walk you through the Manor House, as well as through the
extraordinary topiary gardens, with its 15 thematic ‘garden rooms’.
(B, D)
Day 7: Thursday, June 25, 2015 Richmond - Charlottesville Begin
your day with a stop at Lewis Ginter Botanical Garden. Upon
arrival enjoy a behind-the-scenes tour of the garden. One of the Top
10 North American gardens, it features more than a dozen themed
gardens, along with a classical domed Conservatory which is the only
one of its kind in the mid-Atlantic. Following your tour, enjoy a
Victorian Tea. Continue to Monticello, the beautiful home and
gardens of Thomas Jefferson. Not only was Jefferson the third U.S.
President and author of the Declaration of Independence, he also had
a lifelong interest in gardening and botany. As a result, Jefferson
turned Monticello into a botanic showpiece. Discover his life’s work
on a guided tour of his home and explore the gardens with a
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Master Gardener. This afternoon, enjoy a tour of the area’s stunning
private gardens. (B)
Day 8: Friday, June 26, 2015 Charlottesville - Washington, D.C.
Travel to the former plantation of Oatlands. Experience a private
tour of the historic mansion and well-manicured gardens with an
expert guide. En route to Washington, pause to explore Hillwood
Estate and Gardens. A local expert will guide you through Marjorie
Post’s Georgian-style mansion on a private tour. Senior staff will lead
you through beautifully designed “outdoor rooms” - grand extensions
of the house’s terraces and porches. (B, D)
Day 9: Saturday, June 27, 2015 Washington, D.C. Explore the sights
of Washington, D.C. on a guided garden-focused tour with a local
garden enthusiast. Later, enjoy a visit to the U.S. Botanic Gardens
that focuses on the fragility of our ecosystem and the importance of
plant life to our well-being. Have time at leisure to explore on your
own. Toast the end of a wonderful trip this evening at a farewell
dinner. (B, D)
Day 10: Sunday, June 28, 2015 Washington, D.C. - Tour Ends Your
tour comes to a close in Washington, D.C. this morning. (B)
Experience It! Longwood Gardens
Welcome to Longwood Gardens, an internationally-renowned horticulture showplace. Set in the beautiful Brandywine Valley, Longwood
covers a glorious 1,050 acres. While remaining on the forefront of horticulture, these elegant gardens do not shy away from a rich history that
stretches back to 1700. Built upon a traditional Quaker interest in natural history, Longwood was one of the first public parks in the United
States. Today, modern additions highlight the finest in contemporary gardening while inspiring visitors and carrying on a mission of land
stewardship. From chrysanthemums to blue poppies to clematis, each season brings something new. Join us for a privately-guided tour that
offers an insider’s perspective you cannot find anywhere else.
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