Curtis Hall Arboretum facts for kids
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Curtis Arboretum
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Curtis Hall on the grounds of the Curtis Arboretum
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 Location in Philadelphia
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| Location | 1250 W. Church Rd. Wyncote Cheltenham Township, Pennsylvania |
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| Area | 45 acres (180,000 m2) |
| Built | 1937 |
| Architect | Baily & Truscott, et al.; Frederick Law Olmsted |
| Architectural style | Renaissance Revival |
| NRHP reference No. | 02000229 |
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| Added to NRHP | March 20, 2002 |
The Curtis Arboretum is a beautiful 45-acre park in Wyncote, Pennsylvania. It's a special place where you can explore many different kinds of trees and plants. This amazing arboretum was created by Mary Louise Curtis Bok. She wanted to honor her father, Cyrus Curtis. The famous landscape designer Frederick Law Olmsted helped plan the park. The arboretum is also listed on the National Register of Historic Places. This means it's an important historical site!
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Discover Curtis Arboretum!
The Curtis Arboretum is like a living museum for trees. It has over fifty different kinds of trees for you to discover. You can walk through pretty hills and find two peaceful ponds. There's even a special area for dogs to play! A small memorial also honors those who served in World War II.
What is an Arboretum?
An arboretum is a place where many different types of trees are grown. They are often grown for people to study or enjoy. It's similar to a botanical garden, but it focuses mostly on trees. The Curtis Arboretum helps protect and show off many cool tree species.
History of the Arboretum
The arboretum was founded in 1937. It was a gift from Mary Louise Curtis Bok. She was the daughter of Cyrus Curtis. He was a very successful publisher. The land was once part of the Curtis family's large estate. The design of the park was done by Frederick Law Olmsted. He also designed famous places like Central Park in New York City.
Exploring Curtis Hall
At the heart of the arboretum is Curtis Hall. This building was once the ballroom of the Curtis family mansion. Today, Cheltenham Township Parks and Recreation Department manages it. It's a great place to visit and learn more about the park's history.
Sports at the Arboretum
The Curtis Arboretum is also a popular spot for sports. It serves as the home course for the Cheltenham High School cross country teams. Both the boys' and girls' teams train and compete here. They run across the hills and paths of the arboretum.
Images for kids
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A colonnade or pergola remaining from the Curtis mansion
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Curtis Hall from the rear
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Ironwork with an oak leaf motif at the entrance gate
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The Curtis Arboretum Valley of Remembrance
