Global Harvest Thousands of tourists
who have ties to American farming visit the Quad Cities each year. Our visitors are always fascinated to learn how we
use tropical plants every day, like bananas, chocolate, chewing gum, vanilla and more. Group tours see the actual live
plants growing in their natural state - from bamboo to coconuts, from spices to perfumes. This guided walking tour will open your
eyes to the importance of the international world. [30-45 minutes; $7.00 guided walking tour]
Plants of the Bible Tour
There are more than 100 references to gardens and plants in the Bible! Many of these plants are present
in our tropical Sun Garden and others are highlighted to reveal the miracle of plant adaptations. [30-60 minutes; $7.00 guided
walking tour]
Botanical Bliss Tour Experience a mind-body-conneciton
with a little help form Mother Nature. Many tropical plants are used to make aromatherapy products andhealthy foods
& beverages. On your guided tour you'll see, smell and learn fascinating facts about these plants in our tropical
Sun Garden. Your group will create their own aromatherapy bath salts. [90 minutes - guided tour and aromatherapy class
$12.00]
Chocolate Tour: This tour takes a closer look at the sweet
lure of chocolate. Our addiction to chocolate began more than 3000 years ago in Central America. We'll examine the fascinating
history of chocolate, follow the chocolate-making process, taste several tropical-flavored fudges, and take a visit to
a chocolate tree (and other highlighted plants) in our tropical conservatory! [60 minutes; $9.00 includes Presentation (seated),
Guided Garden Walking Tour & Coffee, Tea & Fudge]
Two-Stop Tours Sugar Cane Tour Come visit the world of sugar! Guests will begin at the Botanical Center viewing a
presentation about sugarcane, its history, how it is grown, and its benefits. A tour of the Sun Garden will be given,
where guests can view real sugarcane growing! The Botanical Center tour will conclude with a sugarcane tasting
(Time: 60 minutes). The second stop of the two-stop tour will be The John Deere Pavilion. Guests will hear
an overview of the history of John Deere (both person and company), see the types of machinery that the company currently
produces, and will view the sugarcane harvester on display (Time: 60 minutes)! [Copst per two-stop tour is $9.00] Quilt Tour September
2009 - January 2010 (Artist's quilt show Nov 2 - January 5) Take
a tour through time! With a special presentation at the Quad City Botanical Center, learn about the history, making,
and renewed interest in quilting. After the presentation, tour our Sun Garden to see live plants, from which quilts
are made (Time: 60 minutes)! The second stop of the two-stop tour will be the John Deere Pavilion. guests
will hear an overview of the history of John Deere (both person and company), see the types of machinery that the company
currently produces, as well as learn how the equipment has evolved over time (Time: 60 minutes). [Cost per two-stop
tour is $9.00 per person]. Self Guided Tour $3/person, 10 person minimum.
Perfect for family reunions or clubs! Advance reservations required for group rate. There’s
more to Explore!
Gift Shop, Art Shows and Dining Options!
The Window Box Gift Shop offers a wonderful assortment of garden-related gifts, including books, umbrellas, jewelry,
scarves, ties, and home decor. Changing art exhibitions both in the garden (seasonally) and in our exhibit halls, ample free
parking, clean restrooms and a spacious lobby complete the enjoyable tour experience.
Dine in Comfort!
Dine in our state-of-the art banquet room and treat your group to a lunch
or dinner before or after their garden tour experience. Please call for pricing information and menu options! |
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