Iowa Native Prairie

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Iowa Native Prairie

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The award-winning, Max & Helen Guernsey Children's Garden is one of the most popular spots to visit in the gardens. Featuring a Koi pond, Greenroof playhouse, Hobbit hole, dinosaur dig,  carrot cafe, music station, and a peek-a-boo forest. Children of all ages are sure to find something to enjoy in the Children's Garden.

The Children's Garden is also where families gather and enjoy our weekly summer story time at the Arboretum.


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Fun Fact:

The Max & Helen Guernsey Children's Garden was awarded a Merit Award for the work completed by Buettner and Associates, Inc. by the American Society of Landscape Architects - Wisconsin Chapter in 2006.

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