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Arboretum, Botanical Garden & Nature Center

Bellingrath Gardens and Home

Bellingrath Gardens and Home is a arboretum, botanical garden & nature center in Theodore, Alabama. It is one of the U.S. museums catalogued by the Institute of Museum and Library Services.

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About this museum

What is Bellingrath Gardens and Home?

Bellingrath Gardens and Home is the 65-acre (26 ha) public garden and historic home of Walter and Bessie Bellingrath, located on the Fowl River near Mobile, Alabama, United States. Walter Bellingrath was one of the first Coca-Cola bottlers in the Southeast, and with his wealth built the estate garden and home. He and his wife, Bessie, lived in the home which has since been converted into a museum. The gardens opened to the public in 1932. The site was listed on the Alabama Register of Landmarks and Heritage on September 14, 1977, and on the National Register of Historic Places on October 19, 1982.

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Museum details

Name
Bellingrath Gardens and Home
Type
Arboretum, Botanical Garden & Nature Center
City
Theodore
State
Alabama
Website
http://www.bellingrath.org
IMLS Museum ID
8400100096
Coordinates
30.46370, -88.15263
What kind of museum is Bellingrath Gardens and Home?

Bellingrath Gardens and Home is classified as a arboretum, botanical garden & nature center in the IMLS Museum Data Files. Browse more arboretum, botanical garden & nature centers →

Where is Bellingrath Gardens and Home located?

Bellingrath Gardens and Home is located in Theodore, Alabama at approximately 30.46370, -88.15263. See the map above.

Does Bellingrath Gardens and Home have a website?

Yes — the IMLS record lists http://www.bellingrath.org. Hours and admission can change, so check the official site before you visit.

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