Posted November 21, 2011 by David Rubin, Brand Manager
The following blog post was written by Josh Gold, a Gardens member and proud supporter of Mordecai Children’s Garden.
The first time I entered
Mordecai Children’s Garden, I was taken aback by this hidden gem in the Mile High City. A garden on a rooftop? Yeah, maybe in New York but not in Denver.
As I entered the garden on top of the new parking structure at Denver Botanic Gardens, I thought, “Oh, this is going to be a small garden where my son will be able to look and smell some plants.” However, as I walked further in, I saw it was so much more. From bridges, ponds, streams, plants, nature trails and more bridges, this is not your average garden.
This is an adventure in the city. Stroller races on the bridges, digging in the sand, splashing in a stream, playing with the stuffed animals on Marmot Mountain and exploring new plants. Where else can you do this with your kids in one afternoon?
Posted August 26, 2010 by digger
Here I am with a friend at the Children's Garden. Photo by Scott Dressel-Martin.
Last Monday, after several years of planning, the Mordecai Children’s Garden had its grand opening. Over the past week, the new Children’s Garden has been filled with the joyful sounds of imagination and discovery as children and grownups alike are reconnecting with nature. I am one happy marmot, enjoying the company of my many new friends. Melissa Gula, our Children’s Garden Program Coordinator, convinced me that I need to blog to let you know about all of the fun things that are going on at this new Children’s Garden. Come and join me on a journey through this amazing new garden.
The Children’s Garden provides a place for our youngest visitors to put their curiosity to work as they observe plant patterns, pick up and take a close look at pinecones and seed pods, and weave natural materials to create a nest for a bald eagle. A favorite among visitors has been
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Posted March 30, 2010 by werneri
With the changing of seasons, the lengthening of days, and the sun’s welcome warmth, we are experiencing amazing growth here at Denver Botanic Gardens! Not only are the perennial beds lush with crocus and tulips, but a new garden is emerging from the earth. And we couldn’t be more delighted!
The Mordecai Children’s Garden—founded with generous support from the Daniel and Janet Mordecai Foundation—is springing up from atop our new parking structure. With a slated opening of Summer 2010 (we’re hoping the rain gods work their magic and we can swing open the gates in late June), the Mordecai Children’s Garden will be the preeminent children’s garden in the Rocky Mountain west.
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