Past Times in the Parks

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The Floral Show Dome closes for about two weeks between shows to prepare for the next display. The Tropical and Arid Domes remain open during this period.


 

Past Times in the Parks
through Sept. 9, 2007 - summer show
Sept. 22 through Nov. 4, 2007 - fall mum show

On the overlook: enlarged vintage photos of recreation in the parks

On the Overlook are vintage photos that recall pasttimes in the parks

during a more relaxed time in our history.

 A picnic lunch spread out on a park bench

In Milwaukee's early days,

a picnic in the park was a more formal affair.

 golfer in the park
 Golf, then as now, provided an opportunity
for a walk amid beautiful surroundings.

 design of early lampposts
 Early lampposts in the parks
were of the 5-globe Victorian style.

 a child plays with a model sailsboat

 A park's water feature has always been a popular attraction.

Here, a child sails a model boat in a lagoon.


Mitchell Park Horticultural Conservatory (The Domes)
524 S. Layton Blvd., Milwaukee, WI 53215
(414) 649-9800

 

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