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Luthy Botanical Gardens

2520 N. Prospect Rd., Peoria, IL 61603

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Luthy Botanical Gardens is home to beautiful themed gardens, educational programming and local events.

Surround yourself with spectacular displays of spring blooming bulbs or the blazing color of autumn, the Garden offers a tranquil setting to enjoy the beauty of each passing season. Established in 1951, Luthy Botanical Garden encompasses five acres and offers over a dozen theme gardens, a Conservatory, a garden gift shop educational programming, numerous events, a rotating sculpture exhibit and magnificent floral displays.

An Herb Garden, a Woodland Garden, a Rose Garden and a Hosta Glade are just a few of the theme gardens you can find in the botanic garden. And the Garden Gift Shop offers a variety of gardening books, accessories and tools, garden-related gifts, unique jewelry and collectibles. 

Our Conservatory floral shows include a Spring Show, Orchid Show, Chrysanthemum Show and Poinsettia Show.

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American a capella group.

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