Exploring the Missouri Botanical Garden, this is one of my favorite buildings.
In 1895, the Cleveland Avenue Gatehouse, now named the Herring House, was constructed in accordance with Henry Shaw’s will to be a residence for the Garden’s groundskeeper. The surrounding new landscape design was inspired by influential British horticulturist Gertrude Jekyll. The rear garden will be known as “Lauren’s Secret Garden” where the peak bloom season will occur in the summer.
During the Christmas season, large groups of people walk by without paying attention. If you take a closer look, you will see a complely decorated Christmas Tree, complete with toys ready to be found and snaks waiting for Santa.
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