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 o Bamboo and Blossoms: The Fall Chrysanthemum Show
Date:   November 7th, 2009 at 10 am, through the 22nd

Location:   Smith College -Lyman Plant House, Northampton, MA

Bamboo sculptures by Nancy Moore Bess and Harry Bower. First cultivated in China, ornamental chrysanthemums date from the sixth century B.C.E. Brought to Japan in the eighth century A.D., horticulturists began selective breeding to produce a dazzling array of forms and colors. The golden chrysanthemum was adopted as a symbol of the Japanese empire where chrysanthemum breeding continues today with annual displays. More info online: http://www.smith.edu/gardens/Home/events.html

Hours:
10:00am - 4:00pm

Admission/Fees:
$2 admission, Mondays free. Free to members, those with a Smith College ID, and children under 12.

Type of Event: Show

For Further Information Contact:

Pamela Dods

The Botanic Garden at Smith College

Mailing Address:
15 College Lane, Northampton, MA 01063

Email: garden@smith.edu

Phone: 413-585-2742

Web Page URL: http://www.smith.edu/garden/Home/events.html

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