Lauritzen Gardens

Post by **Brad** » Mon Mar 24, 2014 2:31 am

Photo Update:

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nativeomahan · Post by **nativeomahan** » Thu Mar 27, 2014 11:42 am

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.

Post by **Brad** » Sat Mar 29, 2014 2:46 am

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!!!

Coyote · Post by **Coyote** » Sat Mar 29, 2014 3:00 am

Brad 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!!!

Award offered for Lauritzen Gardens theft

skinzfan23 · Post by **skinzfan23** » Sat Mar 29, 2014 3:11 am

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.

omahahawk · Post by **omahahawk** » Sun Apr 06, 2014 2:47 pm

from OWH

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.

http://www.omaha.com/article/20140405/N ... -recovered" onclick="window.open(this.href);return false;

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.

Post by **Brad** » Sun Apr 06, 2014 5:19 pm

That's good to hear! Hope they can find the rest.

nativeomahan · Post by **nativeomahan** » Mon Apr 07, 2014 12:43 am

Judging from all the crime reports of break-ins at off-site storage facilities, apparently they aren't very safe places to store valuables.

nativeomahan · Post by **nativeomahan** » Mon Apr 07, 2014 12:46 am

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.

skinzfan23 · Post by **skinzfan23** » Mon Apr 07, 2014 4:06 am

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.

Any idea on the dates?

Coyote · Post by **Coyote** » Sat Apr 12, 2014 11:16 pm

Went to see the progress today:

But found they are adding on the North Entrance also:

Post by **Brad** » Mon Apr 14, 2014 5:03 pm

HDR Architecture wrote:
HDR Architecture Photo:

nativeomahan · Post by **nativeomahan** » Tue Apr 15, 2014 12:52 pm

skinzfan23 wrote:
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.
Any idea on the dates?

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.

Post by **Brad** » Mon Apr 28, 2014 7:52 pm

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.

Coyote · Post by **Coyote** » Mon May 05, 2014 9:53 pm

Just heard on the radio, Friday, May 9th, admission is free.

skinzfan23 · Post by **skinzfan23** » Tue May 06, 2014 3:19 am

Coyote wrote:Just heard on the radio, Friday, May 9th, admission is free.

Dang, we are headed out of town for the weekend. Please keep us posted though if they have any more of these days.

Coyote · Post by **Coyote** » Tue May 06, 2014 3:22 am

skinzfan23 wrote:
Coyote wrote:Just heard on the radio, Friday, May 9th, admission is free.
Dang, we are headed out of town for the weekend. Please keep us posted though if they have any more of these days.

I'll ask when I'm enjoying the free day there.

skinzfan23 · Post by **skinzfan23** » Wed Aug 27, 2014 1:30 pm

This weekend, they have free admission from Saturday through Monday August 30- September 1.

Coyote · Post by **Coyote** » Wed Aug 27, 2014 1:33 pm

skinzfan23 wrote:This weekend, they have free admission from Saturday through Monday August 30- September 1.

Sweet. Thanks! Do they still not allow cameras in?

skinzfan23 · Post by **skinzfan23** » Wed Aug 27, 2014 1:35 pm

Coyote wrote:
skinzfan23 wrote:This weekend, they have free admission from Saturday through Monday August 30- September 1.
Sweet. Thanks! Do they still not allow cameras in?

I am not sure, when we went for Railroad Days, a lot of people, including myself were taking pictures.

skinzfan23 · Post by **skinzfan23** » Wed Aug 27, 2014 1:36 pm

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.

Post by **Brad** » Wed Aug 27, 2014 1:46 pm

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.

nativeomahan · Post by **nativeomahan** » Sat Aug 30, 2014 4:45 pm

The new addition opens October 13th or so. It should be fantastic.

skinzfan23 · Post by **skinzfan23** » Wed Oct 08, 2014 1:42 pm

Lauritzen Gardens' $20M conservatory — opening Saturday — will be another 'amazing icon' for Omaha

Post by **Brad** » Wed Oct 08, 2014 2:10 pm

Looks really cool in there! I can't wait to check it out!

Linkin5 · Post by **Linkin5** » Thu Oct 09, 2014 10:43 pm

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.

nativeomahan · Post by **nativeomahan** » Fri Oct 10, 2014 4:00 am

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.

Post by **BRoss** » Fri Oct 10, 2014 11:38 pm

I'm going there with a friend from work. Really looking forward to it

nativeomahan · Post by **nativeomahan** » Sun Oct 12, 2014 1:54 am

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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skinzfan23 · Post by **skinzfan23** » Sun Oct 12, 2014 3:56 am

Very nice pictures, thank you for sharing. Can't wait to see it in person.

Coyote · Post by **Coyote** » Sun Oct 12, 2014 5:35 am

Very cool pics, hope to make it there in the next few days!

Post by **Brad** » Mon Oct 13, 2014 2:27 pm

Great Photos Bill! Awesome addition to the Gardens!

nativeomahan · Post by **nativeomahan** » Mon Oct 13, 2014 4:01 pm

Thanks, everyone. Seeing the conservatory with your own two eyes will be a true feast for the senses.

Linkin5 · Post by **Linkin5** » Mon Oct 13, 2014 11:38 pm

nativeomahan wrote:Thanks, everyone. Seeing the conservatory with your own two eyes will be a true feast for the senses.

Those pics are awesome, can't wait to go.

Post by **nebugeater** » Tue Apr 07, 2015 12:54 pm

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

Post by **Brad** » Tue Apr 07, 2015 3:44 pm

Cool Photos! I still need to get down there!

Post by **nebugeater** » Tue Apr 07, 2015 4:06 pm

Brad wrote:Cool Photos! I still need to get down there!

Thanks

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.

Post by **Brad** » Tue Apr 07, 2015 4:17 pm

nebugeater wrote:
Brad wrote:Cool Photos! I still need to get down there!
Thanks

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.

Funny, when I process photos on our lap top and the look at them on another computer, they always look really really dark.

I just bought this for my main PC to make sure my prints are spot on.
http://www.amazon.com/Datacolor-Spyder4 ... alibration

skinzfan23 · Post by **skinzfan23** » Tue Aug 11, 2015 3:26 pm

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

Linkin5 · Post by **Linkin5** » Tue Aug 11, 2015 3:28 pm

Went to the new conservatory last week, it is awesome!