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Belle Isle Conservatory and its collection
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The Anna Scripps Whitcomb Conservatory, also known as the Belle Isle Conservatory, is a greenhouse and botanical garden located on Belle Isle. This 982-acre island park is situated on the Detroit River within Detroit, Michigan. The conservatory is the oldest continually-running conservatory in the United States, having opened in 1904. It is named after Anna Scripps Whitcomb, who donated her collection of 600 orchids to Detroit in 1955.
Sections of the Conservatory
The conservatory building is divided into five distinct sections: the Palm house, the Tropical house, the Cactus house and Fernery, and the Show house. The main feature of the building is the 85 feet high central dome, which houses palm trees and other tropical plants. Each section of the conservatory offers a unique experience, with a variety of plants and trees native to different climates and regions.
Access to the Conservatory
The Anna Scripps Whitcomb Conservatory is open to the public free of charge, making it an accessible destination for all visitors. The conservatory operates mostly on the budget designated by local and state Governments, with additional support from private organizations and donors.
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