Elm Bank Reservation36 acres of gardens and landscaped open fields on the Charles River. Several gardens, greenhouses, cottages and open fields are surrounded by thousands of plants, trees and shrubs. A restored Italianate Garden was originally designed by Frederick Law Olmstead.
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FeaturesLandscaped grounds, gardens, greenhouses, pond, Charles River
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Homepage
Elm Bank Reservation - Massachusetts Horticultural Society's homepage for the Elm Bank Reservation
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Location Map
Map of Elm Bank - Small GIF of the reservation at Elm Bank
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DirectionsFrom Boston or Point West
Take the Massachusetts Turnpike (Interstate 90 West) to Exit 14 (Weston). Follow Interstate 95 (Route 128 South) to Exit 21B (Route 16 West). Follow Route 16 West for 2.9 miles and continue on Route 16 for 1.7 miles. The Elm Bank Horticulture Center will be on your left, marked by a discrete green sign.
From the North or South
Take Interstate 95 (Route 128) to Exit 21B (Route 16 West). Follow Route 16 West for 2.9 miles and continue on Route 16 for 1.7 miles. The Elm Bank Horticulture Center will be on your left, marked by a discrete green sign.
Street Map
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Hours & Admission
8:00 AM to Dusk
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Other Links
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Notes & Comments
Simply beautiful place, well maintained and quite scenic.
Close to Mass Audubon's Broadmoor Wildlife Sanctuary
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