AUDUBON WILDLIFE SOCIETY PRESENTS
JOEL FRY
CURATOR BARTRAM’S GARDENS
FLOWERS ON THE FRONTIER
THE BARTRAM FAMILY--PLANT COLLECTORS AND NATURALISTS IN 18TH CENTURY NORTH AMERICA
John Bartram and his son William Bartram were unique figures in 18th century America, homegrown natural scientists and practical gardeners. Four generations of Bartrams lived and worked at the family garden from 1728-1850 and made their livelihood by the exchange of plants and natural history specimens with the world. Bartram’s Garden became a gathering point for scientists, artists, gardeners, and the curious.
Trace the careers of John Bartram and his son William, their travels in North America, and their impact on international science. Look at the history of the Bartram family garden, and its influence on horticulture at home and abroad.
MONDAY MAY 14TH 7:30 PM
COLLINGSWOOD PUBLIC LIBRARY – 771 HADDON AVENUE
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