Allen Centennial Gardens, Madison (must see)
On the University of Wisconsin鈥揗adison campus, Allen Centennial Garden, a charming 2.5鈥慳cre public botanical gem, welcomes visitors dawn to dusk throughout the year. Established in 1989 to celebrate the centennial of University of Wisconsin鈥揗adison鈥檚 College of Agricultural and Life Sciences and named in honor of botanist Oscar Allen, this elegant garden truly lives up to its reputation as a 鈥渓iving laboratory鈥�.
At the heart of the garden stands the stately Queen Anne-style Agricultural Dean鈥檚 House, built in 1896 and formerly the home of several college deans. Today this historic building overlooks an artfully designed landscape that blends smaller themed garden 鈥渞ooms,鈥� including English, French, Rock, Woodland, Native American, and Pond gardens. Strolling along the paths, visitors can admire a rich tapestry of perennials, shrubs, water features, and hardscape elements.
Allen Centennial acts as an outdoor classroom championed by the University Horticulture Department, where students, community groups, and visiting tourists can learn about plant identification, ecological stewardship, and seasonal plant care. Throughout the year, the garden hosts rotating events such as guided tours, flower鈥慳rranging workshops, and small concerts.
At the heart of the garden stands the stately Queen Anne-style Agricultural Dean鈥檚 House, built in 1896 and formerly the home of several college deans. Today this historic building overlooks an artfully designed landscape that blends smaller themed garden 鈥渞ooms,鈥� including English, French, Rock, Woodland, Native American, and Pond gardens. Strolling along the paths, visitors can admire a rich tapestry of perennials, shrubs, water features, and hardscape elements.
Allen Centennial acts as an outdoor classroom championed by the University Horticulture Department, where students, community groups, and visiting tourists can learn about plant identification, ecological stewardship, and seasonal plant care. Throughout the year, the garden hosts rotating events such as guided tours, flower鈥慳rranging workshops, and small concerts.
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Sight Name: Allen Centennial Gardens
Sight Location: Madison, USA (See walking tours in Madison)
Sight Type: Park/Outdoor
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Tour Duration: 1 Hour(s)
Travel Distance: 2.1 Km or 1.3 Miles
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Tour Duration: 1 Hour(s)
Travel Distance: 2.1 Km or 1.3 Miles
University of Wisconsin-Madison Walking Tour
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Tour Duration: 2 Hour(s)
Travel Distance: 3.5 Km or 2.2 Miles
Tour Duration: 2 Hour(s)
Travel Distance: 3.5 Km or 2.2 Miles