George L. Luthy Memorial Botanical Garden, Botanical garden in Glen Oak Park, Peoria, Illinois.
The five-acre grounds contain fifteen theme gardens, including a rose garden, children's garden, wildlife garden, and a tropical conservatory spanning 2,500 square feet.
The garden, established in 1951, honors George Littlewood Luthy, who served as president of Commercial National Bank and trustee of the Peoria Park District.
The garden maintains over 300 plant genera, featuring collections of roses, perennials, annuals, hostas, hemerocallis, and herbs across multiple specialized sections.
The garden welcomes visitors daily from 10 AM to 5 PM, offering free admission to the outdoor areas while accepting donations for maintenance.
The garden incorporates letterboxing activities, allowing visitors to discover hidden containers with stamps and logbooks throughout the grounds.
Location: Illinois
Inception: 1951
Website: https://peoriaparks.org/places/luthy
GPS coordinates: 40.71863,-89.57575
Latest update: March 6, 2025 21:50
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