6/2/2012 to 6/3/2012 | Deutschheim State Historic Site | Hermann, MO
Visit the historic site’s heirloom gardens during the annual
Hermann Garden Club tour. Enter through the beautiful old iron garden gate at
110 Market Street and step back in time, greeted by gardeners in period attire.
Sample from the historic herb garden and learn about 19th century
gardening techniques, heirloom plants and their uses during the early Missouri
settlement period. A small 1880s half-timber barn features historic farm and
garden tools. Free handouts will be available on heirloom gardening. Traditional
pink lemonade and cookies mak
e this a refreshing and informative visit. The garden
visit and barn tour are free of charge. Tours of the 1840s Pommer-Gentner House
and Strehly House/Winery/Print Shop are conducted at 10 a.m., 12:30 p.m. and
2:30 p.m. for the regular admission price of $4 for adults and $2.50 for
children. Group rates are available.
Event times: 10 a.m. - 4 p.m.
Associated activities
- Historic Site Tours
- Interpretive Programs