Missouri Botanical Garden

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What is the Missouri Botanical Garden?

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The oldest functioning botanical garden in the country, established in 1859.

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Who founded the Missouri Botanical Garden?

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Henry Shaw (1800-1889).

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What were the two main functions intended for the Missouri Botanical Garden by its founder?

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To provide ornamental delights of plants and educate the public in basic botany and horticulture; and to conduct botanical research according to the highest standards.

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How large is the Missouri Botanical Garden?

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75 acres.

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Missouri Botanical Gardens

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Established in 1859, this is the oldest functioning botanical garden in the country.

75 Acres

Founded by Henry Shaw (1800 - 1889)

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Eads Bridge

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World's first steel - truss bridge

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Union Station

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Opened in 1894

At one time was one of the biggest, busiest passenger railroad terminal in the world.

Today, visitors can visit the aquarium, ride a giant ferris wheel, and experience a 3-D Light Show set to music across the Grand Hall's 65 foot ceiling.