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    Charles Christopher Parry: King of Colorado Botany

    Presented by Manitou Springs Heritage Center at Manitou Springs Heritage Center

    May 24, 2012


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    Charles Christopher Parry: King of Colorado Botany

    The exhibit celebrates the 150th anniversary of Parry's 1862 botany expedition and ascent of Pikes Peak and features contemporary herbarium specimens collected on the mountain.

    In addition to focusing on Parry’s efforts, the exhibit includes watercolors and engravings by artists of the era. Refreshments will be served and, as a special highlight, packets of Colorado wildflower seeds will be given away to everyone who...

    The exhibit celebrates the 150th anniversary of Parry's 1862 botany expedition and ascent of Pikes Peak and features contemporary herbarium specimens collected on the mountain.

    In addition to focusing on Parry’s efforts, the exhibit includes watercolors and engravings by artists of the era. Refreshments will be served and, as a special highlight, packets of Colorado wildflower seeds will be given away to everyone who attends the opening.


    Manitou Springs Heritage Center

    517 Manitou Avenue
    Manitou Springs, CO 80829

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    Admission Info:

    Free


    General Day and Time Info:

    5:17 p.m.


    Phone: 719-685-1454


    Accessibility Info: Currently, no accessibility information is available for this event.

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