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This new addition will really cement Lauritzen Gardens as a 12 month a year attraction. It will be so nice to see greenery in the winter.
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Can't post the link on my phone, but on KETV there is a story about a bunch if the building and such from the railroad garden getting stolen!!!
What's wrong with people!!!
What's wrong with people!!!
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Award offered for Lauritzen Gardens theftBrad wrote:Can't post the link on my phone, but on KETV there is a story about a bunch if the building and such from the railroad garden getting stolen!!!
What's wrong with people!!!
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Wow I hope they find who did it and are able to get the pieces back...I was just looking at Brad's pictures of the models a few days ago. I think that is one of the most unique things about the train set up and the gardens.
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I was really saddened to see these things stolen and am glad to see them recovered. I wonder if these would be covered under some type of insurance. Even so, I wonder about the possibility of having the original artist/company rebuild the structures. Would love to have Union Station restored and especially another Central High replica.
http://www.omaha.com/article/20140405/N ... -recovered" onclick="window.open(this.href);return false;Lauritzen Gardens has recovered over half of the birdhouses and the model of Union Station that were stolen from an off-site storage unit.
Tips led to the return of 34 of the 51 birdhouses, which are used in the annual “Patriotic Perches” exhibit, said Mia Jenkins, marketing director.
I was really saddened to see these things stolen and am glad to see them recovered. I wonder if these would be covered under some type of insurance. Even so, I wonder about the possibility of having the original artist/company rebuild the structures. Would love to have Union Station restored and especially another Central High replica.
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That's good to hear! Hope they can find the rest.
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Judging from all the crime reports of break-ins at off-site storage facilities, apparently they aren't very safe places to store valuables.
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On a happier note, Lauritzen Gardens will be offering four evenings this summer where both members (free of charge) and non members may walk the gardens with their dogs. Up to two leashed dogs per guest.
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Any idea on the dates?nativeomahan wrote:On a happier note, Lauritzen Gardens will be offering four evenings this summer where both members (free of charge) and non members may walk the gardens with their dogs. Up to two leashed dogs per guest.
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Went to see the progress today:
But found they are adding on the North Entrance also:
But found they are adding on the North Entrance also:
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I can't seem to find my newsletter, but I suspect they are listed on the web site. I believe the first date is in late June and the final date is September 1.skinzfan23 wrote:Any idea on the dates?nativeomahan wrote:On a happier note, Lauritzen Gardens will be offering four evenings this summer where both members (free of charge) and non members may walk the gardens with their dogs. Up to two leashed dogs per guest.
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Lauritzen Gardens - Omaha's Botanical Center wrote:Goats are now flash grazing our prairie areas until May 7, an ecologically-sound, cost-effective and efficient means of clearing invasive weeds while protecting native plant life.
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Just heard on the radio, Friday, May 9th, admission is free.
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Dang, we are headed out of town for the weekend. Please keep us posted though if they have any more of these days.Coyote wrote:Just heard on the radio, Friday, May 9th, admission is free.
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I'll ask when I'm enjoying the free day there.skinzfan23 wrote:Dang, we are headed out of town for the weekend. Please keep us posted though if they have any more of these days.Coyote wrote:Just heard on the radio, Friday, May 9th, admission is free.
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This weekend, they have free admission from Saturday through Monday August 30- September 1.
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Sweet. Thanks! Do they still not allow cameras in?skinzfan23 wrote:This weekend, they have free admission from Saturday through Monday August 30- September 1.
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I am not sure, when we went for Railroad Days, a lot of people, including myself were taking pictures.Coyote wrote:Sweet. Thanks! Do they still not allow cameras in?skinzfan23 wrote:This weekend, they have free admission from Saturday through Monday August 30- September 1.
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This is all I could find on their website:
No commercial photography please. Our photography policy is available at the admission desk. Tripods are not permitted.
No commercial photography please. Our photography policy is available at the admission desk. Tripods are not permitted.
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I have taken my camera every single time I have been there. The just don't want people doing family photos and senior portraits in there.
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The new addition opens October 13th or so. It should be fantastic.
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Looks really cool in there! I can't wait to check it out!
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I can't wait to go inside there, I just went a month ago and they were almost done. Going to Lauritzen is way more fun and relaxing than the zoo IMO.
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We will be there this weekend for the opening festivities.
Between the Doorly Zoo, Lauritzen Gardens, Fontenelle Forest, Heartland Park and the Kerrey Bridge, there is an amazing array of options for outdoor activity along and near the riverfront in the Omaha area.
Between the Doorly Zoo, Lauritzen Gardens, Fontenelle Forest, Heartland Park and the Kerrey Bridge, there is an amazing array of options for outdoor activity along and near the riverfront in the Omaha area.
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I'm going there with a friend from work. Really looking forward to it
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We were among the first to have access to the new conservatory. I was unbelievably impressed by the project, particularly with the incredible detail that went into every aspect of the finished product. This is a crown jewel that will have a positive impact on the quality of life in Omaha, and will add luster to Omaha's efforts at being a regional and even a national tourist attraction.
Here are some of my photos from today.
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Here are some of my photos from today.
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Very nice pictures, thank you for sharing. Can't wait to see it in person.
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Very cool pics, hope to make it there in the next few days!
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Great Photos Bill! Awesome addition to the Gardens!
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Thanks, everyone. Seeing the conservatory with your own two eyes will be a true feast for the senses.
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Those pics are awesome, can't wait to go.nativeomahan wrote:Thanks, everyone. Seeing the conservatory with your own two eyes will be a true feast for the senses.
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Stopped at the gardens for a short visit last Friday. Here are a few quick shots.
Lauritzen Apr 3 2015 -141 by nebugeater, on Flickr
Lauritzen Apr 3 2015 -121 by nebugeater, on Flickr
Lauritzen Apr 3 2015 -131 by nebugeater, on Flickr
Lauritzen Apr 3 2015 -126 by nebugeater, on Flickr
Lauritzen Apr 3 2015 -143 by nebugeater, on Flickr
Lauritzen Apr 3 2015 -141 by nebugeater, on Flickr
Lauritzen Apr 3 2015 -121 by nebugeater, on Flickr
Lauritzen Apr 3 2015 -131 by nebugeater, on Flickr
Lauritzen Apr 3 2015 -126 by nebugeater, on Flickr
Lauritzen Apr 3 2015 -143 by nebugeater, on Flickr
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Cool Photos! I still need to get down there!
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ThanksBrad wrote:Cool Photos! I still need to get down there!
Just looked at there here and they sure looked washed out or over exposed compared to my home versions. Wounder what Flickr did to them or if it is just my work monitor.
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Funny, when I process photos on our lap top and the look at them on another computer, they always look really really dark.nebugeater wrote:ThanksBrad wrote:Cool Photos! I still need to get down there!
Just looked at there here and they sure looked washed out or over exposed compared to my home versions. Wounder what Flickr did to them or if it is just my work monitor.
I just bought this for my main PC to make sure my prints are spot on.
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Lauritzen Gardens' new conservatory has boosted visitors and membership
Attendance for the first seven months of this year reached nearly 141,000, up 63 percent compared with the same period last year. He said attendance is on track to top 200,000 for the first time in the botanical center’s history. Its visitors center opened 15 years ago
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Went to the new conservatory last week, it is awesome!