Bok Tower Gardens

Bok Tower Gardens blends the beauty of nature, the intrigue of history and exceptional artistic and musical experiences to enrich the hearts and minds of all who visit. Enjoy Olmsted gardens, a majestic marble and coquina bell tower on one of peninsular Florida's highest points and daily 1 and 3... Read More
Bok Tower Gardens blends the beauty of nature, the intrigue of history and exceptional artistic and musical experiences to enrich the hearts and minds of all who visit. Enjoy Olmsted gardens, a majestic marble and coquina bell tower on one of peninsular Florida's highest points and daily 1 and 3 p.m. carillon concerts, Pinewood Estate's Mediterranean-style mansion and the Pine Ridge Nature Preserve. Visitor Center, Café and gift shop. National Historic Landmark in Lake Wales. Read Less
  • 1151 Tower Blvd.
  • Lake Wales, FL 33853
  • Phone: 863-676-1408

Amenities

Hours: Open 8 a.m. - 6 p.m daily; last admission at 5 p.m.

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Hours: Open 8 a.m. - 6 p.m daily; last admission at 5 p.m.
Open Year-Round
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Museum
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Family Friendly
Meeting/Tour groups welcome
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Brian
05/19/2010

I am a member of Bok Tower gardens. I was wondering if there were any garden clubs in the area or around that members meet to show there home gardens and also meet at Bok Tower to tour the gardens and purchse plants from the garden plant shop?

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Bok Tower Gardens

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@caseyelizsweet Have fun out there! There's plenty of bees, butterflies, birds and blooms waiting for you!

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