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HomeMy WebLinkAbout129-03 RESOLUTION• • RESOLUTION NO.129-03 - A RESOLUTION APPROVING THE BOTANICAL GARDEN OF THE OZARKS MASTER PLAN. BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF FAYETTEVILLE, ARKANSAS: Section 1. That the City Council of the City of Fayetteville, Arkansas hereby approves the Botanical Garden of the Ozarks Master Plan. A copy of the Master Plan marked Exhibit "A" is attached hereto and made a part hereof. PASSED and APPROVED this 2nd day of September 2003. A1TES r: By: SONDRA SMITH, City Clerk APPROVED: DAN COODY, Ma �F NAME OF FILE: CROSS REFERENCE: Item # Date • Resolution No. 129-03 Document • 1 08/13/03 Staff Review Form w/attachments draft resolution memo to Mayor/City Council memo to Mayor/City Council minutes of PRAB 8/4/03 minutes of PRAB 2/3/03 copy of email to Tracie Evans 2 09/04/03 memo to Connie Edmonston NOTES: STAFF REVIEW FORM — NON—FINANCIAL OSLIIPTION XX AGENDA REQUEST For the Fayetteville City Council Meeting of: September 2, 2003 FROM: Connie Edmonston Name Parks and Recreation Operations Division Department ACTION REQUIRED: A resolution accepting the Botanical Garden of the Ozarks, Inc., Master Plan. SUMMARY EXPLANATION: See attached memo. STAFF RECOMMENDATION: A Divyrfpr. Bead City At orney T -+ Dep ment Director Date $ 13-03 Date Finance a eternal Services Chief s nistrative Officer de A 4 AA Dir. Mayor Date g -1/-Q3 Date Dare D Received in Mayor's Office Cross Reference: A04'' //LLQ Date n^ Previous Ord/Res9: Resolution 83-97 Orig. Contract Date: 2 -Sep -9/ Orig. Contract Number: New Item: Yes No • • RESOLUTION NO. A RESOLUTION APPROVING THE BOTANICAL GARDEN OF THE OZARKS MASTER PLAN. BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF FAYETTEVILLE, ARKANSAS: Section 1. That the City Council of the City of Fayettevile, Arka hereby approves the Botanical Garden of the Ozarks Master Plan.?p p Master Plan marked Exhibit "A" is attached hereto and made.a p ereo PASSED and APPROVED this 2nd day of Septembert00g \APPROVE ATT B i DY, Mayor • • • • BOTANICAL GARDEN SOCIETY OF THE OZARKS, INC. • P.O. Box 3079 • Fayetteville, Arkansas 79702-3079 • 479-443:6638 • info@bgso.org TO: Mayor Dan.Coodyand the Fayetteville City Council FROM: Botanical Garden Society of the Ozarks DATE: August 6, 2003 • SUBJECT: Approval of Master Plan and Phase IA of the Master Plan for the Botanical Garden Society of the Ozarks • The Botanical Garden of the Ozarks would like to request approval of the Botanical Garden of the Ozarks Master Plan and Phase, IA of the Master Plan which is a preliminary development stage that is designed to establish a BGO presence on the site and allow us to begin offering site- based programs to the public. The timber frame workshop/studio building will be a multi- purpose facility which will provide office space, as well as a venue for lectures, functions, events and rest rooms until and during implementation of the overall master plan. This development does not preclude the overall master plan, but is a meaningful first step to that end, which is more readily understandable by the community than the daunting task of funding the entire master plan from inception. Your support will be greatly appreciated as we move forward with this exciting project. Sincerely. • awz^^ Blair Jon • President, BGSO, Inc. • • • • • FAYETTEALLE THE CITY OF FAYETTEVILLE. ARKANSAS TO: Mayor Coody and City Council THRU: Gary Dumas, Director of Operations FROM: Connie Edmonston, Parks & Recreation Director DATE: August 11, 2003 SUBJECT: Botanical Garden of the Ozarks Master Plan • Background The City leases 82.16 acres of land at Lake Fayetteville Park to the Botanical Garden of the Ozarks, Inc. (BGSO), for the purpose of"...the establishment and operation of a botanical garden where diverse collections of plants will be displayed utilized, and preserved for educational, environmental, recreational and scientific purposes, thereby promoting public awareness of the vital and unlimited roles that plants perform." This lease agreement was established in 1997. 136S0 created a Master Planning Committee comprised of engineers, architects, building contractors, horticulturists, landscape architecture students and others from the area. The Portico Group from Seattle, Washington, was selected in 1999 to develop a master plan. Several workshops were held to accumulate a wealth of ideas and information from the community to shape this master plan. Current Status Parks and Recreation Advisory I3oard approved 13GSO's Master Plan February 3, 2003 with the attached Parks and Recreation recommendations as follows: > The service drive should be separate from active recreation on the trail. > The bike trail is currently marked for bike use only. Pedestrian use should also be permitted. > The trail crossing over the garden entryway creates potential pedestrian and vehicle conflicts. The design of these areas needs to be approved by the Parks Landscape Architect. > Trail alignment must be approved by the Parks Landscape Architect. > Trails must be constructed according to Parks and Recreation trail standards. > Recommend storm water management plan and ground water management plan to protect the lake. BGSO's Master Plan strives to promote and enhance the natural and diverse beauty of our community and surrounding environment. Their interest in strengthening and diversifying our local economy is also apparent in the Master Plan. On August 4, 2003, PRAB approved for BGSO to build Phase IA of the Master Plan consisting of a timber frame workshop/studio building which would allow BSGO to offer site based programs in addition to establishing a presence on the site. This building would be a multi-purpose facility for office space, as well as a venue for lectures, functions, events and restrooms until and during implementation of the overall master plan. Recommendation Parks and Recreation Stall -and Parks and Recreation Advisory Board recommend approval of the BGSO Master Plan as required by the current Land Lease Agreement. A proposed revised Land Lease Agreement will also be presented at the September 2, 2003 meeting. Attachments: I3otanical Garden of the Ozarks Master Plan PRAB February 3, 2003 Meeting Minutes PRAB August 4, 2003 Meeting Minutes BGSO Letter from President Bair Johanson WEST MOUNTAIN 72701 479-444-3471 FAX 479-521-7714 • • PARKS AND RECREATION ADVISORY BOARD Meeting Minutes August 4, 2003 Opening: The regular meeting of the Parks and Recreation Advisory Board was called to order at 5:30 p.m. on August 4, 2003 in Room 326 of the City Administration Building located at 113 West Mountain Street, Fayetteville, Arkansas by Wade Colwell. Present: Parks and Recreation Advisory Board members Wade Colwell, Gail Eads, Bob Shoulders, Mike Hill, Craig Mauritson, Kristin Pawlik-Holmes, Jerry Bailey; City Staff Edmonston, Coles, Hatfield. Hesse, Ohman, Wright; and Audience. 3. Botanical Garden Society of the Ozarks, Inc. Phase IA Request: The Society requests approval to construct a timber frame building for a Studio Workshop. This structure will contain an office, workshop, and educational and meetings space. Parks and Recreation staff recommends approving the construction of the timber Game structure. The designated public trail and service drive are to be separated as approved at the March 3, 2003 meeting. The Society must abide by policies and procedures as required by the Planning Commission. Totemeier discussed that their goal was to "get on-site" at the Botanical Garden. This building will be the first step in achieving a presence on site and will allow them to start programs. A completed building will provide the credibility for the Botanical Gardens and give them the opportunity to raise the funds to develop the Master Plan. A workshop to construct the timber frame building will be held. The proposed building will provide space for future workshops, wedding receptions, and ultimately will become the maintenance building for the Gardens. Edmonston emphasized that the scenic drive and trail must be separate from the structure even though the graphic did not represent the change. Totemcier concurred that the trail and service drive would be separate. MOTION: Colwell moved to approve Phase IA of the Botanical Carden Society Master Plan with the conditions that the trail and service drive would be separate and BGSO would abide by the policies and procedures required by the Planning Commission Pawlik-Holmes seconded the motion. Upon roll call, the motion was approved 7-0-0. August 4, 2003 / 1 • • 8. Botanical Gardens Society of the Ozarks Annual Report and Master Plan Presentation Interim Executive Director, Carl Totemeir, President, Blair Johanson and Eden Price presented the Botanical Garden of the Ozarks master plan. The plan, completed in October 2001, provides a framework for the physical and interpretive development of the garden. Stressing education, conservation, and recreation goals, the society illustrated plans for plant collections, architectural elements, trails, and other amenities. Ozark Off Road Cyclist President, Don West, expressed concern with trail issues involving mountain bikes. OORC, an International Mountain Biking Association affiliated club, has performed many hours of trail maintenance at Lake Fayetteville. David Justice also voiced concerns about trail usage. Parks and Recreation Staff recommend the following suggestions for the master plan: > The service drive should be separate from active recreation on the trail • The bike trail is marked for bike use only. Pedestrian use should also be permitted. • The trail crossing over the garden entryway creates potential pedestrian and vehicle conflicts. The design of these areas needs to be approved by the Parks Landscape Architect. > Trail alignment must be approved by the Parks Landscape Architect. > Trails must be constructed according to Parks and Recreation trail standards. • Recommend storm water management plan and ground water management plan to protect the lake MOTION: Mr. Hill moved to approve the Botanical Garden Society of the Ozarks, Inc. Annual Report attached as Exhibit A and made a part hereof required by Resolution No. 83-97. Mr. Colwell seconded the motion. Upon roll call, the motion was approved 5-0-0 with Pawlik-Holmes absent for the vote. Ms. Eads reported for the record that Pawlik-Holmes was in favor of approving the annual progress report. MOTION: Mr. Colwell moved to approve the Botanical Garden Society of the Ozarks, Inc. Master Plan with Staff recommendations as stipulated. Mr. Shoulders seconded the motion. Upon roll call, the motion was approved 5-0-0 with Pawlik-Holmes absent for the vote. February 3, 2003 Sondra Smith - Botanical Garden Master Plan Page 1 • • From: "Maryetta Carroll" <maryetta@dicksonstreet.com> To: "Tracie Evans" <tevans@ci.fayetteville.ar.us> Date: 8/8/03 8:O6AM Subject: Botanical Garden Master Plan Tracy, Would you send me the City Clerk's e-mail address so that I can remind her that we need as many of the Master Plan's back (after the City Council Meeting) that we can get - because we use them for fundraising purposes. Thank you. Maryetta Original Message From: "Tracie Evans" <tevans@ci.fayetteville.ar.us> To: <maryetta@dicksonstreet.com> Sent Monday, August 04, 2003 9:48 AM Subject: Re: Agenda > No, just the board meeting. Thanks, Tracie ifvwctei 4.ke cry ��J as-'rl • • The Botanical Garden Society of the Ozarks has requested return of their Master Plan after your review, if possible. Please return the plan to the City Clerk's Office If you wish to keep this plan for an extended amount of time, please notify the BGSO at 443-6638. This Master Plan is included on the Parks and Recreation web page at www.accessfayetteville.org listed under Parks and Recreation/Advisory Board/Resources for Advisory Board/ Botanical Gardens Master Plan. Thank you! • FAYETTEVILLE THE CITY OF FAYETTEVILLE, ARKANSAS DEPARTMENTAL CORRESPONDENCE • TO: Connie Edmonston Parks and Recreation FROM: Sondra Smith City Clerk DATE: 09/04/03 SUBJECT: Botanical Garden of the Ozarks Master Plan Attached is a signed copy of Resolution No. 129-03. The original resolution will be microfilmed and filed with the City Clerk. Thanks! Sondra Smith City Clerk cc: Nancy Smith, Internal Auditor Botanical Garden of the Ozarks • T •: o • • • • • • • • • • • • • r• • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • Botanical Garden of the Ozarks MASTER PLAN ACKNOWLEDGEMENTS Founder / Executive Director Donna Porter Board of Directors Blair Johanson, President Robert Womack, Vice President Patrick Rush, Secretary Martha Ward, Treasurer Cathy Bass Wade Colwell David Glasser Stephen Jeffus Tom Larkin Debra Lewis Joyce Mendenhall Lisa Paschal Anoland Sullivan Stephen Sutton Melissa Terry Master Planning Committee Nannette Bhaumik Maryetta Carroll Janet Coleman George Cowen Jonathan Formanek David Glasser Angela Hamilton Stephen Jeffus Clancy McMahon Kad Miller Ralph Odom Donna Porter Eden Price Cad Totemeier Planning Team The Portico Group, Landscape Architects & Interpretive Planners, Seattle, WA Kathleen Day, ASLA Michael Hamm, ASLA Becca Hanson, FASLA Catherine Kenyon, Reasearch/Interpretive Planning Sara Myhre, ASLA AldrichPears Associates, Interpretive Planners, Vancouver, British Columbia, CAN Phil Aldrich Scot Medbury, Director, Strybing Arboretum & Botanic Gardens, San Francisco, CA Dean Runyan & Associates, Economic Feasibility Consultants, Portland, OR • Botanical Garden of the Ozarks MASTER PLAN, October 2001 TABLE OF CONTENTS I. INTRODUCTION History Location Geology, Climate and Growing Conditions Site Analysis Site Analysis Plan - East Site Analysis Plan — West Existing Site Section The Master Planning Process II. MISSION AND GOALS III. INTERPRETIVE THEME Primary Theme Sub -themes Messages IV. PLANT COLLECTIONS Collections Planning Horticultural Mission and Vision Goals in Support of the Mission Vision for 2015 Collections Development Native Plants / Natural Areas Core Collections V. MASTER PLAN Conceptual Organization Physical Design Goals The Portico Group 1 Figure 1 Figure 2 Figure 3 7 Visitor Experience Narrative Land Use Zone Diagram — East Land Use Zone Diagram — West Illustrative Plan Circulation Plan — East Circulation plan — West Figure 4 Figure 5 Figure 6 Figure 7 Figure 8 Architectural Elements and Site Features Garden Descriptions Core Collections Garden Plan Core Garden Section VI. GARDEN IMPLEMENTATION 9 STRATEGIES 1. Cost Estimates 2. Phasing Strategies 13 21 VII. BIBLIOGRAPHY VIII. APPENDIX 1. Site History 2. Site Opportunities and Constraints 3. Botanical Garden History and Future 4. Thematic Approach Development 5. Market and Financial Analysis: Dean Runyan. 6. Photo Credits Figure 9 Figure 10 39 47 49 • • •P • • • • • • • • • • • • • •1 • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • //-c emu vu 1�✓ c�� c� • • UCKL�/t ajt-t/ } lir c • / • • j ALL-C^j iI-L� ,`,7iLtL;G1 • • • / • v ��/ �yv�t�C , • • • • •• • • • • • •• • • • • • Introduction A _xt_f 4‘ta_ si • • I. INTRODUCTION • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • The Master Plan for the Botanical Garden of the Ozarks provides a framework for the physical and interpretive development of the Garden. This plan incorporates the mission of the Botanical Garden of the Ozarks Society through visitor opportunities for interpretation and education, while communicating the importance of conservation and environmental awareness. HISTORY Donna Porter, a 1986 graduate of the University of Arkansas' Horticulture Program, with the support of the first Garden Board of Directors, founded The Botanical Garden Society of the Ozarks in 1993. Her vision was to create a place of unparalleled beauty in northwest Arkansas: one that would offer the benefits of horticultural activity, and a place that would inspire visitors to understand the natural world and their place within it. The organization was incorporated as a 5o1(c)(3) non-profit corporation by March of 1994 with the following mission. The Society's mission is to establish and operate o botanical garden in Botanical Garden of the Ozarks !OAST ERPLAN, October 2001 northwest Arkansas, where diverse collections of plants will be displayed, utilized and preserved for educational, environmental, recreational and scientific purposes, thereby promoting public awareness of the vital and unlimited roles that plants perform. Immediately following incorporation, the Society launched its first membership drive, which generated over too financially -supportive members by the end of the organization's first year. Through the Society's early years, the idea of creating a public garden primarily for educational benefit began to take shape in the hearts and minds of the organization's The Portico croup 1. Botanical Garden of the Ozarks MASTER PLAN, October 2001 Board, its members, and its volunteers. As early as 1995, the Society began sponsoring innovative educational projects and programs to demonstrate the types of activities that could be offered on a more regular basis once the garden was in operation. These included: • Publication of The Tree Trail Guide that corresponds with 6o labeled, native trees along the 1 1/2 -mile trail on Lake Fayetteville's south shore. 1995 • Presentation of "Landscaping with Native Wildflowers" and "Landscaping with Native Trees" by former Victory Garden host lim Wilson. 1996 • Presentation of "Herbs in the Ozarks" by medicinal plant and herb specialist Steven Foster. 1997 • Implementation of "Plants and the Native Americans," a hands-on learning program for children. 1997 • Presentation of "A Garden in the Making," a three-part lecture series. 2000 The Search for the Garden's Site The challenging search for a desirable site began in September 1993. Following four years of negotiations with the Fayetteville City Council, and after evaluating eight possible sites for the Garden with the Fayetteville Parks and Recreation Advisory Council, the partnering organizations agreed on a site. The Society signed a 25 - year renewable land lease in September 1997 for use of loo acres of city property on Lake 2 The portico Group Fayetteville. Easy access, availability of lake water for irrigation, desirable soil conditions, diverse topography and existing plant life were advantageous features that favored the selection of this site for botanical garden development. LOCATION The Botanical Garden of the Ozarks site is situated on a loo -acre stretch of land that is composed of rolling woodlands, and an open field and meadow along the south shores of Lake Fayetteville. It is centrally located between the cities of Fayetteville and Springdale, in the northwestern part of Arkansas. Highway 265 marks the property boundary to the east, and provides vehicular access to the site. Veterans Memorial Park shares the property line to the west, and the Lake Fayetteville Environmental Study Center site is the neighbor to the north. Property to the south is held in private ownership. Access to Highway 265 is less than 4 miles off Interstate 540, and less than 2 miles off Highway 71B. Cr Ir • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • •• •• • • • • • Botanical Garden of the Ozarks MASTER PLAN, October 2001 Botanical Garden of the Ozarks Northeast Arkansas Counties: Benton, Carroll, Washington, and Madison REGIONAL CONTEXT STATE NWY !1 LIS nay 7, MAYS— INTERSTATE 0 4M4 ` tiw 17.71 I M1 ANZartxt „0- 1=1 thVq;y. Botanical Garden of the Ozarks LOCAL SITE MAP FAYETTEVILLE 3 ti *Ire" T 4 The Portico Group 3 Botanical Garden of the Ozarks MASTER PIAN, October 2001 GEOLOGY, CLIMATE AND GROWING CONDITIONS The geological sequence of sedimentation and erosion in the Ozark region of the state has created an area of hills, bluffs, valleys and caves. These variations in terrain create microclimates optimal for horticultural trials and gardening opportunities. Northwestern Arkansas is a plateau of rock that is constantly being eroded by weather and water. For millions of years, this region was a shallow seabed. Layers of sediment settled on the bottom of this sea. Through the ages, the types of sediments changed — some becoming harder rock and some softer. When the continents collided, the Ozarks were once again lifted above sea level. Erosion through the hard and soft layers of sedimentary rock has created the unique geologic features in the region today — and it continues to sculpt the land. Microclimates in the area have resulted from the geologic activity. Having such a variety in climates provides growing conditions conducive to a Targe selection of native plants and introduced species. The United States Department of Agriculture has devised a map that divides the country into to zones based on average minimum temperatures The zones run from north to south and indicate the general limits of plant hardiness. The Ozarks are located in USDA Zone 6, with minimum temperatures ranging from —io°F to o°F. The American Horticultural Society indicates there are between 6o and 90 days per year of temperatures over 86°F. Temperatures drop during the cold season, with repeated occurrences of frost, 4 The Portico Group but there is no prolonged cold season. The region has year -around precipitationwith the least rainfall 0-2 inches in January and August. The remainder of the year the rainfall ranges between z-6 inches per month, with the average rainfall approximately 45 inches. SITE ANALYSIS The botanical garden site, with its undulating topography, is representative of the upland character of northwest Arkansas. This changes to a riparian habitat on a portion of the lake edge. The dominant plant community is oak -hickory. However, there is a diverse representation of other deciduous trees (26 species are identified in the Tree Trail Guide), in both the upland and riparian habitats. Some of the species represented are: Black Cherry Black Walnut Eastern Redbud Dogwood Green Ash Bitternut Hickory Persimmon Sassafras Mulberry Hackberry Red Cedar Sugarberry American Sycamore Silver Maple Black Gum Black Willow Slippery Elm • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • ••••••••••••••••••••••••-••••••••••••••••••• C Imo. o 'c c3 tr MATCHLINE I. RAVINE C< 73c :a LJ. m x d . b M m [43 tnm 0 4 DRY CREEK BED 0-4 C 0 l 2 / 44, L 0 y ` ^ a 2 L F c ii 0 0 • I 2 r rt s> 2.2 1 V w ut — i— -j . . - - o 7 - T a w _ / o. T 1 J ( `• 7� -t — aC z a;. IT1.Cl T ii, T J -' r I Z 1 n u / G u 5� J, Z� z " �O �T • T 7Z • • +1 C IC • J J. i � T -N k - i �Z j - - F, T 1s ≥ 'L T 3Z 7'- -½: T M ^ l= �J • • ••• �..�.- •• ;: .: Botanical Garden of the Ozarks �- �. •• _. _ ._ -• _. :, �_ MASTER PLAN, October 2001 • • • The varied conditions of the site provide habitat for The western 5o acres of native woodland rise and • a wide range of birds, fowl and small mammals, fall between predominately north -facing swales, • Because of the adjacent open space and natural ravines and shoreline coves. The sloped shoreline areas around the lake, there have even been invites distant views of the undeveloped, forested • sightings of black bear in the vicinity. A sampling of hills across the lake to the north. The existing South • the wildlife includes: Shore Trail winds its way from Veterans Memorial • Ducks Fox Squirrels Park throughout the woodlands, linking the • Geese Coyote Rabbits pedestrian and bicycle paths between facilities. • Turkey Deer Groundhogs Quail Raccoon Chipmunks • Song Birds Beaver Skunks I, • Herons Opossum Armadillos ,. • The site can be divided into two distinct areas of 5O • acres each. The eastern half, composed of cleared • meadows and open woodlands, provides ideal • access, sun exposure and fertile ground for garden development and visitor facilities. The level • shoreline and existing waterways offer expansive • lake views and potential water activities throughout • the year. • • "� - a - • • • • • a _.Wc• YV • The Ponico (;coop 5 S p •O ••• • I 1111• 1 • '-C — _T • I I I •• I I I 1 • • a • • - 1 1 I • • 11- I 1' 1 • -. . —i �+SZ•r ZSiC t i 1 �' .a - I -•S� - - • •.- 1 - I• I- /I • _ �!3 f ICY � 1`. � jam, y 4 • . �L jjjcyy � •iii-- a � • �-ak II U.f i 1 ••• 1• '• 1 I •1 • >T � �..ra it ark � � .J ♦. .�I '•. - �y • • • •• • 1 -I • • 1 I }.yam +!•� / J Y\:Y r}�- - Rte' " . •�I'�i�' �r _ •• i/ •��W �� v� II • •I •I 1 l V�h.r ). f lY tl• !� x r✓ '. �•,x r ��i}af.• l � � `p iili^.t„§.���•^r4 r J all • I :I• I I • • • • • I I• 11 I • I I I. II •• 1 .I -I I• II I . • .- I I • • . I' • • • -a I • 'I - I -I •I- 6 The Portico Group Mission and Goals if oc vtat U -t -t C- £%C-c'irir-t • • •': �� � -� (• �� � V• •_ •• - r,f �� �i �- iJ : .: — _:: Botanical Garden of the Ozarks MASTER P IAN, October 2001 • • II. MISSION & GOALS • • • • • • • • MISSION community service programs, outdoor • The Botanical Garden o/the Ozarks 'mission is classrooms. • to be a sourced/know/edge and inspiration that will • Provide opportunities for applied research • heightenpeople's understanding and appreciation o/ and practicum activities for university level • p/ants, and /urtherpreservatianand enhancement botany, horticulture, landscape architecture • e/%rtso/the natural world and natural science courses. • Initiate adult and youth gardening, ecology • The Garden accomplishes the mission through the and design programs. presentation of engaging exhibits, the cultivation of • Provide continuing education credits through • dynamic plant collections, and the development of an accredited docent program. • compelling educational programs. • 2. Conservation • GOALS •Develop propagation programs for • The goals of education, conservation, recreation, endangered and threatened native plants. • cultural, therapeutic and social benefits were • Participate in and advocate national and • developed by the Botanical Garden Society of the international plant conservation efforts. • Ozarks in conjunction with the Master Plan design • Educate the public on critical environmental team. The goals will be actualized through program issues, including: • elements that address the region's diversity. » the effects of invasive plant species on • native populations • s. Education » the loss of plant and animal habitat • • Provide programs for approved Arkansas to development • inquiry -based curriculum standards in the » the public's role in maintaining • Life Sciences (biology), Physical Systems water quality • Science (geology) and Environmental » the delicate balance in maintaining • Sciences (ecology) for K -1z, an ecosystem • Provide resources for northwest Arkansas • educators; e.g., teacher guides, internships, • • rho Ponrto crwip 7 I. \�. -r - '1st ">'.?I / lq 1' i 1.1 i - '1-"'�\ ty • rm Interpretive Theme I• Botanical Garden of the Ozarks MASTER PLAN, October 2001 • • • III. INTERPRETIVE THEME • • • • • • • • PRIMARY THEME 2. Native plant communities • TheBotanica/Gardeno/the Ozarks: The native plant communities of the region are • Ce/ebrat/ngNature&Peop/e as Partners/n an diverse in species and provide many • Evo/vingLandscape opportunities for education. Native plants will • be part of the collections in three principal The primary interpretive theme expresses the ways: i) ecological restoration, 2) created - • mission of the Garden and offers exploration of the habitat immersion exhibits, and 3) urban • connections between people and plants in the horticultural trials. • changing landscape of the region. The Garden will • provide a common ground on which people meet to 3. Concepts of biodiversity • discover the wonder of plants and the environment. Biodiversity is the sum of all living organisms • and the ecological processes required to sustain • SUB -THEMES them. The three components of biodiversity are • The primary theme will be conveyed through sub- an ecosystem's composition, its dynamic themes consisting of globally and locally relevant structures and how it functions. The success of • topics. These sub -themes provide the basis for these components offers the flexibility, • people and plant interactions. Understanding the six adaptability and productivity necessary to adapt • sub -themes will allow visitors to use the ideas over time. Plant life is the basis for sustaining • presented to maintain a healthier environment while the health and balance of any ecosystem. These • increasing their enjoyment of the natural world, concepts will be integrated within the education • and interpretation of the gardens. • i. Geology, climate and soil formation • The region is rich with physical features and q. Conservation and water quality landforms, the result of geological forces on the A public garden provides the forum for • landscape. From a horticultural perspective, community connections and helps visitors • learning the geology of a region leads to understand their roles and responsibilities in • understanding the evolution and composition of conserving the earth's resources. The education • the soils and how they relate to plant growth. program offers the opportunity to also teach the • importance of water and soil conservation. A • • • The Portico Gwop 9 •I Botanical Garden of the Ozarks MASTER PLAN, October 2001 5• 6. portion of the plant collections will be devoted MESSAGES • to genetic -conservation plantings and a seed Messages further define and support the theme and • bank depository for the conservation and sub -themes by providing more detailed information. • preservation of native plant species. The stories help to answer visitors' questions and • motivate them to action — either in their own yards • Horticultural practices and gardens, and/or within the larger community Gardening in northwest Arkansas offers and world in which they live. opportunities only found within the region's mild climate. Environmental niches range from The primary interpretive theme emphasizes the forested woodlands to open, rocky outcroppings importance of the connection between "nature and i and meadows. The climate and soil conditions people in an evolving landscape." Stories reinforce • of each give rise to a diverse number of plants this theme by reflecting the past, exploring the • that are acclimated to these conditions. The present and inspiring future partnerships between gardens also provide an outdoor laboratory people and nature. A few possible messages relating • and testing ground for new horticultural trials to the sub -themes are: for the region and for demonstration of horticultural practices. Messages on geology, climate, and soil formation A landscape is composed ofits underlying Eco-geographic collections geology and the unique biota that hove developed. /n . The ecosystems and geography. of northwest the Ozarks, this Is exemolly7ed by the nalaral • Arkansas are similar to those found in other rockrbluffformations. • regions of the world. Seasonal patterns of • temperature and precipitation, and the duration The re-cleationoftypIcal Ozark rock outcroppings or • of cold seasons, affect plant hardiness and the blufjsalongtheshorelineofthe lake demonstrates types of plants that will grow here. There are their importance as a signature of thelandscapefor three other key temperate regions of the theregion.It al5o explains the development of the world that have climatic conditions similar to mck and clay soil. the Ozark region. They are 1) the southeastern United States; especially Appalachia, 2) the The Ozarks are located at a crossroads of vegetation Si no -Himalayan foothills of eastern Asia, and patterns and climates; resulting in an increase in the • 3) central Europe, particularly the Caucasus region's plant diversity. • Mountain region. Part of the Garden's • collections will display re-created landscapes Messages on native plant communities S from these regions. The native oak -hickory forest is evolving too Ylimax 10 The Portico Group plant community. What are the conditions andplants S. from which the forest evolved, and how will the current plant species change over time? y e a, '��/l�• sa iea -ar ,: ' la: 'A ^i, } ,• � a!f s pi � as T ra 4 ii b � a. _ `aJ q a'! .ai aaf as I i i y \\'1 1 ,• aa' \ •I }� iI �'i O • a't, �'� 11 J��'>, .�1 v� A • � f^ of • • • • •;. __ :• •_ .;• ,_ •:. :. ;: - ;r, „ � _,ti ,; — - ;: Botanical Garden of the Ozarks • MASTER PLAN. October 2001 • Many of the native plants of the region ore well suited for use in the garden and • have expanded the horticultura/market • on a notiono/ scale. • The wood/and gardens feature plants • from other regions that hove adopted to • shady conditions, as well as endemic • native species with seasonal interest. Messages on biodiversity Plant communities provide for the diversity of animals The use of "intensive "gardening techniques and • and microorganisms, which gives resiliency to an container gardening can help to minimize space • ecosystem. consumption, watering and other maintenance. • • Biodiversity is more than just species, it is life in a// of The concepts of Integrated Plant and Pest • its manifestations. Management are holistic approaches to • landscape management that reduce costs and • The natural diversity within an area depends on how preserve the environment. large the area is and how much environmental • variability it encompasses. Messages on eco-geographic regions • Identifying key horticultura/practices is necessary for • Messages on conservation and water quality determining whetherplants from otherregions will • The science of restoration ecology provides the basis acclimate to the Ozarks. These variables may include • for re establishing our native woodlands the effects of wind, water, heat, cold, humidity and • soil types. • Geographical concepts of watershed ecology can • help teach howpollution at highere/evations or up- The eco-geographic collections disp/ay newp/ants stream, influences water qua/ity at lowerstream and that have potential horticultural importance for the • lake /eve/s. Ozark region. • • Natuaa/landscapes around the world have changed, There ore fascinating ethnobotanica/stories of the • and are continuing to change over time in response to indigenous people from these regions and how they • environmental factors. use these plants in their everyday lives. • • Messages on horticultural practices • Using ecologically sound gardening practices reduces the need for chemical fertilizers and pesticides • • The Ponico Group 11 I. qI .I • .tl•.O •. .. .P4'SRti ` • { w' .jam .. "Cl -• t.-� • `•••tom. O. • tla . a e • ' ( • cOrt PSit' + ( -lam r ���l�l.�y p♦�' d o :r�ww� , d ¢5•S'7S A\•..ti..G w „ ♦ %L NJi`+r•"•1 •ir i+'' . -I.., •I i l.• --'-,{e( 4rh .. q ,.• ,{�y+t•�y}.'�'�1_�y]1�`I =>?Y. a i \ c. /�r• T•tY ( < r II�f O` •`•q /fP+i,�lhiv �n1 • h : '' rp f.a rx '• 1' H [ IV Plant Collections • • _ _ . -_ _� _� � •- .. .; _ ,. ... , .: _ .: Botanical Garden of the Ozarks MASTER PLAN. October 2001 • • • IV. PLANT COLLECTIONS • • • • • • • • COLLECTIONS PLANNING found in Asia, Europe and elsewhere in • Horticultural Mission and Vision North America • The horticultural mission of the Botanical Garden of • landscape design, conservation • the Ozarks is to support the vision of the Garden demonstration, and theme garden areas • and the interpretive themes. It will do so by presenting both native and introduced • developing, curating and maintaining documented plants in permanent and periodically • collections of woody and herbaceous plants native changing displays • to or ecologically appropriate to the Ozark • herbarium • Mountains bioregion, for the purposes of education, conservation, research, and public enjoyment. These Goals in support of the mission • collections will be displayed in a number of ways, i. To define a regional landscape identity • including: The collections -development plan supports the • restored and enhanced woodland and interpretive emphasis — by supporting the • wetland plant communities native to the connections between people and plants in an • botanical garden site evolving landscape. In doing so, it affirms the •• naturalistic recreations of other Ozark native cultural influences that determine the landscape • plant communities identity of the Ozark Mountains bioregion, and • simulations of analogous plant communities also allows comparison with other floras and • landscapes of the world. Thus, in addition to • the native Ozark plant communities, there will be specific eco-geographic gardens featuring • plants from the southeastern U.S. (Appalachia), • eastern Asia (Sino-Himalayan Foothills), central • Europe (Caucasus Mountains). Each will contain • examples of both natural and derivative garden • landscapes. • • • The Portico Group 13 Botanical Garden of the Ozarks >-. _• _. •,' •• •� , _ -• '1-s �_ •- �� �� MASTER PLAN. October 2001 �-`try .� .. �� . � .. 2. To create a living museum The Botanical Garden will constitute a museum of living plant species used for education and research. Collections -management activities, such as plant labeling and the documentation of the original source and planting location of individual specimens, will characterize the Garden's museum function, as will the presence of special exhibits and interpretive programs. Potential collaborations with the University of Arkansas may provide a herbarium and other museum support to the Garden and will promote research use of the collections. 3. To celebrate science In the Garden The Garden's research mission emphasizes landscape -plant introduction, evaluation, and propagation, as well as the conservation of endangered species and heritage cultivars. This plant -introduction mission - to serve as the testing ground for ecologically appropriate plants for Ozark gardens - will be the primary research focus. Conservation collections will include a wide variety of species of conservation concern and will be used to support education programs throughout northwestern Arkansas. 4. To experience the Garden as a Vying collection A prominent pedestrian pathway will take visitors on a grand garden loop through a series of spaces inspired by the unique landscape identity of this garden within a preserve. Visitors will enter each display area through distinctive garden entries that incorporate subtle design motifs appropriate to the geology and/or culture of each region. Within these areas, glimpses of the inspiration that have given rise to distinctive garden practices or styles will be integrated within the overall display so that people might begin to draw their own conclusions about the development of garden aesthetics. The Garden's buffered forests will be rejuvenated as both a native arboretum and a naturalized woodland garden through best practices in ecological restoration and woodlot management. These forests will support both collections of plants of conservation concern in the Ozarks, such as the Ozark chinquapin (Castonea ozorkensisj, and also plants that can be sustainably and aesthetically integrated with the native forests. Colorful demonstration gardens with unusual plant groupings and display scenarios will form the core within this framework. These gardens will surround the Visitor Center and create a scene so memorable that it will join a small group of landmarks widely recognized as symbols of the Ozarks. The key to this memorability will lie not only in the design and the plant collection itself, but also in the transient collection of insects, fish, reptiles, amphibians, birds and mammals that will call this garden home. 5. To experience the Garden as a living laboratory The Botanical Garden of the Ozarks will be known internationally for its outstanding plant - introduction and evaluation programs, and for its success in propagating rare and unusual plants. All plants will be cared for and expertly managed and maintained by a team of professional 14 The Portico Croup ,•' J� .� ._. � .,. `� \.•/ Jr .,. ����^, L_ ••. �: �� �� •� •�. �� B ii �� •�• --� I�� \-0i' �m �•i m '+Y Vii. ` Baas •�i •�, 9e otankalGarden of the Ozarks MASTER PLAN, October 2001 horticulturists, curators, and volunteers who will operate from a state-of- the-art maintenance and propagation facility that will support the development and teaching of new and more sustainable horticultural practices. 6. To experience the Garden as a place for people People of all ages will find many reasons to come together to encounter the fascinating diversity and abundance of the world of plants, or to simply relax and enjoy the Garden's beauty and serenity, or its possibilities for playful interaction. The eco-geographic gardens will invite people to linger and learn about other places, while offering comfortable gathering areas and exciting interpretive experiences. Demonstration gardens will engage visitors with hands-on gardening activities and revolving displays, and will attract the talents of the best designers. These individuals will help the Garden define, for northwest Arkansas, the gardening styles of the new millennium. Vision for the year 2015 Fifteen years from now, the Botanical Garden of the Ozarks will be renowned for diverse and unique collections displayed in a setting of exceptional beauty. The display and demonstration gardens will bring identity to the Garden as the place to learn and understand both the natural and cultivated landscapes of the region. The Garden will be supported by an extraordinary group of people who are eager to share their passion and their knowledge. In 2015, the Garden will be one of country's great botanical gardens and, as such, a primary destination for visitors to the Ozarks region. COLLECTIONS DEVELOPMENT The assemblage of native and non-native plant species at the Botanical Garden of the Ozarks can be described in terms of its composition, structure and origin. The plant collections are divided into two types, according to their relative permanency: • Short-term demonstration collections will support periodically changing horticultural displays. Demonstration collections are intended to be re -propagated and removed when the display is changed, which typically will occur on a 2 - 15 -year cycle. • Permanent core collections will constitute long -running experiments in horticultural and ecological performance. Because the core collections will remain in place, they will demand an enduring as well as a compelling display concept that will be both simple and unifying. At the Botanical Garden of the Ozarks, core collections will be developed to reflect the interpretive theme of "celebrating the partnership between nature and people in an evolving landscape." Native plants will be a part of both the demonstration and core collections, and will provide substance for the exploration of the sub -themes: geology and soil formation, native plant communities, concepts of biodiversity, conservation and water quality, horticultural practices and eco- geographic collections. "Native" is defined here in five hierarchically nested ways: The Portico Group Botanical Carden of the Ozarks -.-... ,. �..: ..� .: ,�... `ter•;• � �— �� ASTER MASTER PLAN, October 2001 » plants native to the botanical garden site r> plants native to the Clear Creek watershed » plants native to the Boston Mountains of northwest Arkansas » plants native to the Ozark Mountain bioregion, and » plants native to the south central United States. Ecologically appropriate non-native plants, particularly those introduced from other temperate floras, will also be featured in the woodland gardens and in the simulated landscapes of the eco- geographic collections from the three comparable climatic regions of the world. NATIVE PLANTS / NATURAL AREAS Native plants will be employed in five principal ways: i) ecological restoration experiments, 2) genetic -conservation plantings, 3) created -habitat collections, 4) ethnobotanical displays, and 5) urban horticulture/design demonstrations. s) Ecological restoration experiments Efforts to enhance and/or restore plant communities indigenous to the botanical garden site will constitute one of the Garden's principal horticultural activities. Protection and enhancement of the remnant hardwood forest community will constitute a chief restoration project. 2) Genetic -conservation plantings The Garden will be a key participant in collaborative efforts to aid the recovery of threatened and/or endangered Ozark plant species. Research conducted at the Garden will determine optimum techniques for propagation, cultivation and exsita storage of both rare and widespread native plant germplasm, and may include mass plantings representing range -wide genetic variation in a targeted species, such as the Ozark chinquapin (Castonea ozorkensis). Association with the Center for Plant Conservation and similar conservation organizations will further the Garden's contribution and recognition as a center for genetic conservation in the south central United States. 3) Created -habitat collections Selected plant communitites from the Ozark region not naturally found on the site — such as riparian woodlands, wetlands, meadows and dry rocky ridges and outcroppings — will be created on sufficient scale to immerse the visitor in the experience of the habitat. In all cases, naturalistic planting/design principles will be employed. q) Ethnobotanical displays Ozark native plants may be grouped and displayed to support interpretive programs explaining the use of native plants by Native Americans and early settlers. 5) Urban horticulture/design demonstrations Ozark native plants will also be used in more obviously designed and urbanized situations (such as around buildings, parking and plazas and in the demonstration gardens), in order to continue to evaluate the performance of natives as urban landscape plants. 16 The PoRko Group \.r ��r• �s • � :� .� �'•• ���rs.iJ�.•.`�•�i� •: �i��`�� =JyI�• �,,. \.• I/ '�:•• `� .r• " ,:• 7 ,• .r>./� Botanical Garden of the Ozarks ;_, MASTER PLAN, October 2001 Demonstration areas will provide a broad array of garden conditions, offering spaces ranging from the contemplative to the civic and presenting the full spectrum of horticultural situations in northwestern Arkansas. Unlike the Garden's other presentations of Ozark natives, the trials will mix species from different Ozark plant communities, creating novel and visually appealing plant combinations in the New Ozarks Garden. Symmetric or other formal planting designs may be appropriate. The opportunity to use surrounding highway verges, as well as the boundaries and interiors of adjacent tracts of land, should be explored. [tti]iltlii1l I(*f1[']Th The core collections will underline the beauty and value of plants in providing quality to our lives. These cultivated gardens will feature both native and non-native plants in four primary ways: i) display gardens, 2) demonstration gardens, 3) eco- geographic collections, and 4) a tropical conservatory. i) Display gardens This part of the core collections will focus on combining plants in meaningful and aesthetic ways, offering seasonal interest with an emphasis on both historical and contemporary uses of plants. These gardens will include but not be limited to: the Seasonal Display Garden, Sensory Garden, Medicinal Garden, Kitchen/Herb Garden, Children's Adventure Garden, and Moon Garden. 2) Demonstration gardens Selected non-native plants will be demonstrated alongside Ozark natives in the more urban portions of the project site, in order to test their performance for use in cultivated landscapes in northwestern Arkansas. Horticultural introductions from outside the Ozark bioregion will be evaluated on the basis of ecological compatibility (e.g., cold and heat tolerance, non-invasiveness) with Ozark landscapes. These gardens will include, but not be limited to: the parking lots, entry gardens, Trial Gardens and Designer Gardens. 3) Eco-geographic collections Non-native plants from three key temperate regions of the world — all important potential sources of landscape plants for the Ozarks — will be presented in naturalistic simulations of the vegetation of these parts of the world. These areas are a) the southeastern U.S., especially Appalachia; b) Asia, including both eastern Asia and the Himalayas; and c) Europe, particularly the Caucasus region. These gardens will have both natural and cultural components. The eco-geographic collections will provide opportunities to explore the ethnobotanical value of the plants to the people of each region. A small representation of trees originating from these regions, and currently grown in USDA temperate zone 6 are listed below. They have been locally resourced as candidates for the collection with the nursery trade and represent only a small of �� s � ►� D e. lI ���, �.• r/ �4 • ss le , 0 Y� ,r �/ •: r. s_F'`)' - C" ' +4r.. e.• ,• .• ..a 17 J • .•1 • ,tea •r _7 / a\ y. • •a �na e� The Portico Group Botanical Garden of the OzarksMASTER ::" is :;. •c: i :; ::• =_- �' {: PLAN. October 2001 -�' -- y -� number of the potential species from these Beta/apendula regions. The intent is to recreate native P/nussylvestns woodland plant communities with Fogasoriental/s representation of both woody and Qaercusrobur herbaceous species from each of the three Acercampestre geographic regions. Prunusd/ver/cato Cory/us avellana a) Trees and shrubs from southeastern P/ceaonentol/s United States, especially Appalachia P/nus virg/n/ono z) Tropical conservatory Magnoliaocam/Hato The conservatory will display exotic plants Fotherg//lomajor from Central and South America, with an Ce/tisocc/dento//s emphasis on plants from Costa Rica. The C/ethro ocum/Hato L/r/odendron tul/pifera Carp/nus carol/mono Costaneo pam//a Betula nigro Nyssa sy/vat/co Comas Honda Ch/onanthus v/rg/n/ano Acersocchannam b) Trees from Asia, including both eastern Asia and the Himalayas Comas contra versa Magnolia campbel// Toxas woll%h/ana Quercas dealbeta U/mus macrocarpa Phellodendron omurense T///a amurens/s Acerg/nnalo Cory/us heterophy//o P/nus dens//fora c) Trees from Europe, particularly the Caucasus region plants will demonstrate the importance of tropical plants for human use. Collections will support the interpretive theme of biodiversity. emphasizing the importance of species diversity in maintaining the 18 ncc Portico crow •:: — ` :: :: ':: :: �" •:. .. �� ..•_ .. -� �� :Y� u _ i!.-1 •S♦ ..♦r r.l♦ .Irr • r 1 rn ..i♦r♦I R.• ..1 • ,u • • 1 C(♦' l r♦f• 4 i. CLJ-•y1 .' \. '.. -i'�...:�TI: - 1..1•`1'`.'..,- ..v' b'..,t 'r1 ••w:: "� .•%.. C. _ w,•a'`h�'a'�Vy\h�j�•����I�y��{�...r��II�V�'y`nly♦1'jre.`'�, .' `. % :•.`- ... 4` I y l I ( �.\ . S ✓1C '#t_'.M . ' :.wt. ( :.v I } , III _ � - / 'f'.t . I. 'v 1' \♦'1.' `\< , h 4 ,�'�y`♦ 1 � �� •+ 7I{I/rT iy �.� LLB,...,' - T� - �I'4'i ;'; \ �:''Ly ♦ I I I I Master Plan • • Botanical Garden of the Ozarks • MASTER PLAN, October 2001 • • V. THE MASTER PLAN • • • • • • • • • CONCEPTUAL ORGANIZATION The concept diagram describes these ideas and is • Conceptual development involves combining and used to ensure that the goals, interpretations and balancing the thematic elements and philosophies themes will be represented when creating the • with design and site practicalities. Through this Garden layout. The plant collections will reinforce • exercise, the Garden site can be organized to the interdependence of plants and people • provide meaningful messages to the visitor. The throughout the different venues - native and non - 5 process includes consideration of the following: native plant areas as well the cultivated display and demonstration gardens. Water features will be used •• An understanding of the institution's to tie the different areas and themes together. • mission, goals and interpretive thematic • approach, integrating the Garden's PHYSICAL DESIGN GOALS philosophy with the actual physical The physical design goals address the variety of • experience. strengths - and challenges - identified in the site • • An understanding of the opportunities analysis, and are defined to reinforce the • inherent in the physical site because of its interpretive objectives. The goals are to: location and context. 1. Create a garden view from the approach •• An understanding of the purpose of plant road that is gracious, accommodating and collections, and how they mesh with the inviting • institution's mission and the physical site. 2. Buffer the core of the Garden from noise • and view from Highway 265 Iv 3. Draw visitors off the road and farther into • the site to maximize their experience K4• Provide easily accessible parking that is not • • • directly visible from the road or from the NATURE PEOPLE I neighboring properties • NA ` ®a' I 5. Create a "front door" with a circulation DEMONSTRATION • NONNAT:VE O/SRIAI41 plan that introduces the different • %r4IItIlb•,/ points of access for pedestrians, bicyclists • and vehicles The Portico Group 21 I. N S .4 ;/ it -, ---r- - ...., r 11•. s / lI 7 , . p I'�.ey:F 11 -I--,6 . 1 �J o ••••••••••••!••••••••••••••.••••s•••••••••• '2 iii- - - T, :sue �Vtiaa - p. is II. a f,tx r-t1c. J,t1� k. f� M1-, l .�• 'b c } Y V :• ' k v a te,+- ° Q F 1. - 4 1 T t Imo. .-. . puff �. Si �- ?n�?n ' VU I Sr v CD 1. fO !. x j a m CD 000 T Ct m o m b 3 �'m m a t o = m n D 0 O m N `. N y `G O T O o D o an d m N m 2 m = m= a 1 a S o O O • _ q ' • O Lit f f d. If '41•. • i• J �1V .•M1 •.Y �• .A 1 2 �n :p 1l Imo~ O m 01 L I I I x �' cn m cn m O m J CD m m CD =< a n 3 m 3. m T� C N - n tp o m = m CD n a = o a = Cl) m ° d m Di LU a n O niG m Q i o a T r r MI t yd fiJt' v3 ,y v ,;P. Y • l )f m C m I,' Ct CD CD m CD z CD 4 M \ ��►, c ,= ��Q'�` �:��G e^a <^art a .-J r c��� �'-�.-3i. ! 6� M y i 19• 4�it-��n'lv�.,�S �i�Q a 4 Yaa a \.. q: dye_ L vi � L r�f T rt ,a a ' } :-r'- •` C^s'r' - ' s. O C) ti �1QI ii injo i C o �� o m w Botanical Garden of the Ozarks ; . ;. -, •.; •- .� -r „. - ; ; +-.; .. -� :.• r : • �• ,,t ' ' - • •• '_ '• - _• MASTER PLAN, October 2001 �� �- 6. Provide visitors with visual clues to the interpretive content of the Garden 7. Develop the core gardens within an area that can be secured 8. Maintain public and wildlife access around the enclosed core gardens 9. Incorporate the native woodlands into the developed gardens io. Respect the natural features of the site, while adding constructed features that represent the vernacular of the region ii. Locate all substantive development outside the too -year floodplain and in compliance with Army Corps of Engineers and other environmental governing agency guidelines 12. Showcase the institution's environmental sensitivity and awareness through sustainable design; i.e., sod -roofed boat storage, pervious surfaces on the parking lot, and development of storm water and run-off management techniques that maintain the highest quality water standards 13. Provide sufficient shade, shelter, water, play, and visitor services for year -around visitor comfort. VISITOR EXPERIENCE NARRATIVE ARRIVAL AND RECEPTION As visitors drive along Highway 265, they catch glimpses of the tree groves, colorful gardens, and the glass conservatory of the Botanical Garden of the Ozarks. The gardens are clearly a hub of activity. The welcoming gates invite the visitor to enter and prepare for a memorable experience. The highway is left behind as the entry drive winds through earth mounds planted with groves of trees. The special qualities of the area become apparent as people are calmed by their beauty and serenity. The stream channel ford serves as a point of entry into nature from the "everyday" world, and the visitor's attention is drawn to the natural wonders present. As people enter the site, they see the nursery and propagation facilities where year -around activity keeps the gardens managed and maintained with an energetic staff eager to share their knowledge. Opportunities to learn begin in the parking lot, with appropriate tree selection for urban areas, and a variety of environmentally -friendly paving styles. Cars are shaded by horticulturally interesting trees not typically seen along city streets. The colorful and seasonally planted circular drive enables people to be dropped off for easy access to the visitor center. The stream channel provides a visual gateway between the parking and visitor facilities beyond. ORIENTATION AND INTERPRETATION Inside the visitor center, an orientation to the site captures people's imagination with a myriad of choices. The question is: what to do first? A canoe or paddleboat ride on the lake...or a stroll through the display and demonstration gardens to the tropical conservatory? A friendly docent directs guests to the wall -mounted site map in the visitor center. There is something at the botanical gardens for everyone: an opportunity to collect gardening ideas and have questions answered, beautiful display gardens of seasonal color, and woodland paths along the water for contemplative wandering. TRANSFORMATION This first experience at the Garden has provided a reprieve from daily routines, and the visitor, caught up in the sights and scents of the Garden, is wholly i•- —;-;':•- — ^may \�.• .,\mss - l.. -- �^ �• -ITC YOM1KO Group : �w�/� . • • •• ,l •' -1 •. \'.\l ii �_' •fir vi \�• _ •r ,•, ii _ i • __ �1 f_ �•, �_ \� � _• li Botanical Garden of the Ozarks MASTER PLAN, October 2001 immersed in the beauty and sheer bounty of what the gardens have to offer. Eagerness to return, and thoughts of bringing family and friends to share the experience, stimulate a commitment to future visits. Experiencing the Garden actively, through involvement and learning, subtly reminds people of the importance and therapeutic value of nature. The gardens provide opportunities to reconnect to the fun and function plants have in their everyday lives. ARCHITECTURAL ELEMENTS AND SITE FEATURES The garden's overall architecture will be indicative of the Ozarks, using local resources including native sandstone, cedar, and oak. Close attention will be paid to incorporating innovative design and construction practices, including sustainable design and energy efficiency, while protecting the existing vegetation, landscape, and water resources. The unique lakeside setting provides opportunities to enhance indoor/outdoor relationships through the seasons. Building design will allow for future growth and development. THE GARDEN GATEWAY The entry to the gardens will be symbolic of the plant collections and the Garden's purpose: linking people with nature. This welcoming feature will define the point of entry and provide a memorable icon of the unique character of the Garden. ACCESS, CIRCULATION, AND PARKING Vehicular The entry drive off Highway 265 winds its way through the Arboretum Groves providing glimpses of the gardens and conservatory before crossing the stream channel. The divided road passes the nursery production facilities on the way to visitor drop-off and parking. The parking lot will accommodate a range of transportation modes and can serve as a multi —use area for plant sales and other events in conjunction with the Garden. Various proven and experimental "paving" surfaces will be used to demonstrate sustainability through choice of materials and application techniques. These methods apply to the entry drive, service roads and parking lot. In addition, the design of the parking area will employ methods to capture untreated water and oil run-off, and treat it through a biological system such as bio-swales and a constructed wetland. This treatment will allow the naturally cleaned and treated water to be used for irrigation, or returned to the lake. b 1 • •. _ O '• .. s •. 6• r• .� 'r i '• �� �� • � \�. �� .• � •�. .` .. :: �� •' ��� :.. � \i � 1� •• The Portico Group 23 Botanical Garden of the Ozarks MASTER PLAN : ' ' •.. — — ;: Access from Zion Road into Veteran's Memorial Park will feature a tree -lined drive. This drive will set the tone as visitors enter the natural beauty of the park and begin walking toward the Botanical Garden along the Native Woodland Trail. Boat Access Visitors will be able to have a unique entry experience by accessing the Garden from Lake Fayetteville, via boat taxi. As the boat nears the Garden dock, people will catch glimpses of the visitor center through the trees and see the boardwalk trail meandering along the lake's edge. TRAILS/PEDESTRIAN CIRCULATION Pedestrian circulation will be designed with a hierarchy of trails, using varying path widths and surface treatments depending on the location. The gardens and the interpretive exhibits will be spaced at intervals along the trails, creating a rhythm that responds to people's physical, mental, and emotional needs. The Native Woodland Trail (south shore trail) is an integral part of the Lake Fayetteville trail system that currently encircles the lake. A portion of the pedestrian trail will be realigned to continue outside the garden's fee area. In addition, a new bicycle trail will be developed along on the southern and eastern perimeter outside the fee garden areas. SERVICE AND MAINTENANCE ACCESS Separate access to the Garden's maintenance facility will prevent traffic congestion and hazards that might otherwise be caused by large delivery trucks and equipment used in hauling plant material, mulch, debris, tools, etc., to and from the maintenance facility. Service routes throughout the Garden will allow easier, unobstructed access by Garden staff within the ioo-acre site. ENTRY FOOTBRIDGE A footbridge will span the stream channel and connect the north and south areas of the site's eastern, developed areas. The bridge will be an integral part of the Garden's circulation, since it will provide the point of entry to the visitor center from the parking and drop-off area. HORTICULTURE AND MAINTENANCE FACILITIES The horticultural and maintenance facilities will provide the production, nursery and shop facilities necessary to maintain and develop the gardens. All staff and volunteers dedicated to horticulture and grounds maintenance will utilize the offices, equipment, and bulk material storage facilities n is ' .:\ .7• •• is r.j �� .:, •• �� ,• I. • .. �i �� • i l •t71C YVM1ICO CMIIp .I �� •• __ • I •�. _' •. •.• •• 1 � • •i . �•• ••• � �� •i, r , ..,-}.�a1: - `ors 1�� -ice iY .i�Ni'♦\I rl\ ♦ '. •I � A ...tnf�n f, r • \ �j ` 1 { II. {� ,..4.,_•45 w n. � 1�Iry.6rr �• 1 �1 • uYr YV Ty . a f • . k�P, 1n kI j ry •...�y rr � •I .1 �Li-.� ttilrI Botanical Garden of the Ozarks MASTER PLAN, October 2001 '' /' " �� •:• •� •• %/- :% � •: 1 ;; �� •: —�� :: � ••e• Orientation Hall: will include a theater projecting life size images on the walls. These images will describe the unique environment of the Ozarks and its natural history — the basic theme of the Botanical Garden of the Ozarks. Exhibit Gallery: will have both temporary and permanent exhibits that address the Garden's educational and related art programs. Cafe: will be oriented to captivating views of the lake and gardens. The cafe will offer fresh, organically grown foods and a variety of beverages. Dining Terrace: will be elevated overlooking the mouth of the stream channel with filtered views of Lake Fayetteville. Conference Hall: will attract business groups and professional organizations to use the garden as a destination for meetings and conferences. Gift Shop: will give the visitor a chance to buy keepsakes and crafts reflective of their experiences at the Garden. Classrooms: will provide opportunities for lectures and community garden talks to be hosted by the Garden. Garden Courtyard with Shade Structure: will offer views to the adjacent display gardens and provide a flexible space with tables for eating or as an outdoor classroom. Administration and education offices will also be located in the Visitor Center. BOTANICAL GARDEN OF THE OZARKS FOUNTAIN COURT The fountain court will welcome people and serve as an outdoor orientation space for the Garden and a starting point for activities. The fountain will symbolize the nucleus of the Garden; here water will return to a spiral fountain from the multitude of watercourses that appear throughout the gardens. The Fountain Court will serve as a 26 1 he Portico GoU "i •\ _� 1"� '/ _� d) — •: �� / �� �� i • K .. -- i TT L' a ri 1 O + g i nA j r J/ r r (ri l�/i , a I J •)1 1 it r 1 11 � � �� l� fi 1�� rl tr lrr I{r � , Ii�G q �" � 9Y6 ' I ithf 4..r��. t n�� fAti - IIL-, : HLI .— .. Iii, Botanical Garden of the Ozark; -- — :: ' _, •, —• •• -- — -- :: MASTER PLAN, October 2001 — -� .: :. ;: - •. :: � �� �� 1 � •= - •• � �— —. RIPARIAN BOARDWALK The meandering boardwalk will encourage visitors to explore the native riparian trees and wetland species characteristic of this unique lakeside environment. The path width will vary, providing pull-outs and opportunities to stop and sit, and places for a group to gather during lake ecology study walks. The boardwalk will also provide one connection from the core gardens to the amphitheater clearing, or to the upland forest trail to the west. PROSPECT HILL OBSERVATORY The observatory, located in a clearing, will identify the highest point of the Garden and will be situated among the reflection pools of the Moon Garden. The facility, to be constructed of regional sandstone, will house the only public viewing telescope in the area — one that is six inches in diameter and seven and a half feet long. The climb to the tower will be one of the best ways of viewing the lake, gardens and woodlands beyond. OUTDOOR AMPHITHEATER An open-air amphitheater will be oriented and contoured to provide views of the lake as a backdrop. The performance stage will have a removable band shell, providing flexibility for stage performances. Seating areas for up to 300 people will be defined by natural groupings of rocks and plants. The entry arch will be constructed of stone materials from the area. The amphitheater will be a rnainrt,I vmnni.., ,• - c 28 nle Portico Group :: • — .:. .:� —• •;: I•: �• i • .. •• i- •• -� - •.• -� • � •• _ • - i� � '•' - �: •i• - is —'�: - :;. � % � � .:; � �� •• �� ;�: � •: �� •:• = •.•, ; ; � ;: Botanical Garden of the Ozarks • MASTER PLAN, October 2001 WOODLAND WAYSIDE INTERPRETIVE STATIONS The woodland trail winds through the western portion of the site, exploring the native woodlands and lake coves. The trail is part of the Lake Fayetteville perimeter trail system and will connect the Botanical Garden with the Veterans Memorial Park. Wayside stations will be located along the one -mile trail, providing regular intervals for respite as well as information with a specific interpretive focus. Visitors will encounter the following wayside stations: The Tree Trait Guide and Map Station will be stocked with a self -guided Tree Trail Brochure with plant identification information and trail maps. The upland oak/hickory forest comprises much of the site's western area. Homestead Site Interpretation will tell the history of the take's development as a reservoir. The remnants of 2 early homesteads will provide the basis for exploring the cultural influences of the site. Geo-morphology of the region can be explored at this location with the recreated shoreline of native sandstone chert, and a trail through the terrain that will serve as a microcosm of the Ozarks' undulating topography. This station will provide interpretation of the geologic forces on the regional landscape and soil formation in the area. The Woodland Biodiversity Station will be sited in a part of the upland forest where ecological restoration is needed. The site will offer opportunities to explore the concepts of biodiversity and the delicate balance between conserving native plant communities and maintaining habitats. Stream Habitat Interpretation will explore the concepts of maintaining healthy streams for preserving habitats. The constructed complex of streams, ponds, weirs and bridges will be designed to recreate and enhance the existing ephemeral stream with recycled water for year-round interest. This station will also discuss the functional use of plants for maintaining slope stability and erosion control, and reducing sedimentation in streams. The Forest Restoration Station will discuss the importance of conservation and preservation efforts in maintaining and restoring the region's woodlands for future generations to enjoy. Interactive methods of interpretation will engage visitors in the role they can play in maintaining forest ecosystems. The Cove Wetland Ecology Station will explain the importance of wetlands as nature's filter for maintaining water quality. The trail will provide an The Portico Group 29 Botanical Garden of the Ozarks MASTER PIA N. October 2001 immersion experience, with an option to serpentine along the water's edge and explore the variety of aquatic plants that inhabit the shoreline, or to take a boardwalk cove crossing that will provide an overview of the shoreline. The Tree Top Canopy Walk will be along raised and suspended platforms and walkways that elevate visitors into the tree canopies. The aerial experience will explore the ecosystem of the plant, insect, and animal inhabitants of the oak -hickory forest canopy environment while providing spectacular views of Lake Fayetteville. GARDEN DESCRIPTIONS CORE COLLECTIONS Display Gardens The display gardens will represent the many ways in which cultural differences influence how plants are understood, organized and grouped. The education and interpretation of these gardens will be integrated in the design, layout and planting of each of the described areas. Seasonal Displays Colorful floral displays are traditional hallmarks for public gardens and delight visitors with the intensity and splendor of flowers and ornamental foliage. The seasonal displays will be a showcase for sculpture and garden art — constants among the continually changing displays. The highly visible location of the seasonal displays, adjacent to the Fountain Court and the visitor/education center, will beckon people to return often throughout the year. The Steven FoslerMedicina/Plant andHedh Garden The significant role of plants in pharmacy and medicine is both fascinating and informative. Through the Steven Foster Medicinal Plant and Herb Garden, a better appreciation and understanding of the relationship between plants and human health will be developed. Through displays and interpretation, the garden will address the power of plants in improving our lives, remedying our illnesses, and rejuvenating our spirits. World-renowned medicinal plant specialist Steven Foster will serve as a consultant in the design, collections planning, interpretation, and program development of this intriguing and informative specialized garden. The Wood/and Garden The Woodland Garden, set in the shady, cool, moist area of the site, will feature plants typical of the deep, lush woodlands of the Ozarks. Ethnobotanical displays will interpret the ways these plants were used by native populations from the region. Other natives trees and shrubs found in some of the Ozarks' richest woodland valleys — such as Cucumber Magnolia, Paw Paw, Beech, Sweetgum, and Witchhazel — will be introduced to the existing upland oak -hickory forest. This woodland area will be enhanced with native wildflowers such as Trillium, Lady Slippers, Dutchman's Breeches, Bloodroot, and 30 'rTe PoftiCo Gino r•: - � :.\ _� '�: �� _• L) - ,•j �� •., � •• �� •• � D i- o _� .• ._ �. �' � .• • :: _ " :'; � - is ,} :;• �_ :• •,; _� ':• �� �- i•: � ;} _ „ � ;S � ; � — _ t• Botanical Garden of the Ozarks MASTER PLAN, October 2001 Jack -in -the -Pulpit. These species will create a rich tapestry of plants reflective of the region The woodland garden will offer reprieve from the heat of the Ozark summer. A portion of the Woodland Garden will be designated for non-native trees and undergrowth, including the Katsura Tree, Dawn Redwood, Gingko, Japanese Pieris, Rhododendron, Viburnum, all deserving recognition and use in the Ozark region. The Meadow Garden The Meadow Garden will exhibit the sun -loving native herbaceous and woody plants typically found in the Ozarks along roadsides, creeks, and open fields. Native wildflowers such as Butterfly Weed, Echinacea, Liatris, Asters, Verbena, Phlox, and Goldenrod are reminiscent of what was naturally found on the prairies once abundant in the region. Adequate space has been allocated to expand the native meadow display with newly introduced non-native plants deserving of ornamental use in the Ozark Meadow. The New Ozarks Garden This garden will showcase trends in gardening for the Ozark region. Interpreting microclimates and identifying appropriate plants for specific situations will provide on -going visitor interest. In addition, plants from the Eco-Geographic Collection will be planted here as a way to introduce them as viable landscape options in the Ozark region. The Celestial Garden The Celestial Garden will be adjacent to the Moon Garden and the Prospect Hill Observatory. The site offers maximum visibility of the open sky. The Celestial Garden will celebrate the positions of the sun with a sculptural sundial and plants that provide physical identifiers of time and season; e.g., four-o'clocks, sunflowers, moon flowers and morning glories that change with the time of day. Other structures can be mark included to the passing of seasons, equinox and solstice, much as Stonehenge did in ancient times. The Portico Group 31 Botanical Garden of the Ozarks rr • _� l:i ___� `}�I __ ••, I ' MASTER PLAN, October 2001 �' • The Moon Garden and Prospect Hill Observatory The Moon Garden will exclusively feature plants possessing either white flowers or silver/gray foliage whose characteristics are enhanced and illuminated by the night. Reflecting pools that illuminate the texture and light qualities of the flowers and foliage will surround the garden. The Prospect Hill Observatory within the Moon Garden will be situated to have the greatest visibility of the night sky, and to offer spectacular views of Lake Fayetteville. The observatory will be designed and constructed through collaborative efforts with a local astronomers' club, which will also take the lead in developing the astronomical educational programs to be offered. Special night admittance to the Garden during periods of full moon will create an even greater appreciation for this unique garden. Note: The Moon Garden's programs will be an invitation to develop relationships with area youth, particularly those between the ages of :3 and 21. Teens and young adults will p/ay a major role in this garden's design, installation, maintenance, and program development. Opportunities to expand the existing on -site programs with at -risk youth will be coordinated through to//aborative efforts with regional youth agencies. 32 mc Portico Group • _11 • •. . _• _• I __ r:. :: =�� :: -- •: ► �_ •:• _ -- •:• • �- •: •- Botanical Gardenof the .. _— .. _- •• � =• •� .. .: _ .. _� _ .. _• •: Ozarks MASTER PLAN, October 2001 The Peace Garden This garden will provide a haven for quiet meditation and personal reflection. The physical design will support the contemplative intent of the garden and separate it from the distractions of the rest of the gardens. The materials and design of this garden will focus on the desire for public acknowledgement of peace issues on both a local and global scale. The design will include plants used historically as peace offerings between countries and will infer the need for greater acceptance and understanding in our culturally -diverse world. The garden will have a tranquil nature suggestive of the ideas of peace and goodwill. The Children's Disco very Garden The Children's Discovery Garden will encourage exploration, investigation, and discovery of the natural world for children ages 6-12. It will inspire children to be the ongoing stewards of the earth. An assortment of gardens, exhibits and adventure trails will provide interactive activities with an emphasis on environmental education. The garden will supplement school science programs as an outdoor laboratory for teaching science and environmental awareness. Programming for the Children's Discovery Garden will be designed to meet the State of Arkansas' science curriculum requirements. The Children's Discovery Garden will be composed of separate areas designed to provide both intrigue and activity throughout the year. Some possible themed areas within the gardens are: • Weird Plants Garden A "weird plants" garden will feature collections of horticultural oddities to excite and engage young visitors. Unusual form and color will be exhibited with contorted tree forms, monstrous sunflowers, yellow watermelons, luffa sponges, pitcher plants and strawflowers. • The Maze A garden maze will provide physical activity and a curiosity for children as they wind their way through the labyrinth of shrubs, vines and flowers. • The Enchanted Forest An enchanted forest will be a haven for children, because the design and scale will admit only those visitors able to fit the entries and passageways connecting the forest rooms. The spaces are designed to provide programmed activities and inspire spontaneous imaginative play • The Veggie Patch Children will learn how easy it is to plant, grow and harvest vegetables they can share with family and friends. • The Zoo Garden This whimsical garden will feature animal topiary sculptures, and display plants with animal names such as The Portico Group 33 Botanical Garden of the Ozarks - - _- '' •• ;• c• MASTER PLAN. " �� �� �� ;• - % :: ,� October 2001 �� elephant ears, zebra grass, lamb's ears and dogwoods. • Water Playground The Water Playground will invite children to discover and engage in the wonders of water through electronically programmed bubblers, water jets, showers, hoses and pools. Tots' Adventure Garden The Tots' Adventure Garden will be designed and scaled for children t-6 years old. The garden layout will include programmed spaces for pre- school groups as well as safe "nooks and crannies" for imaginative play. To create a more enjoyable, relaxed, and memorable experience, the garden design will incorporate the necessary accommodations for young families, such as stroller areas, picnic tables, and feeding and changing stations. DEMONSTRATION GARDENS The Demonstration Gardens will be a highlight at the Botanical Garden of the Ozarks because they will provide an outdoor laboratory for workshops and classes. These demonstration gardens will invite visitor activity and interaction as they change from season to season. This part of the garden will be known regionally as the place for learning how to garden with newly introduced plants and new seeds. Other "green industry" information will also be available, providing a rich source of educational material. Healing and Sensory Gardens This garden will entice garden visitors to utilize all their senses. Nature has always been a healing place and has only relatively recently been replaced with more medical and technical approaches. This garden will heighten sensory awareness for all visitors, but will be especially appreciated by those with physical limitations. Raised beds of varying heights, fragrant plants and plants with unusual textures will be employed so that individuals can intimately experience the garden by touch or smell. The less agile visitors will find this garden especially accommodating of their special needs. This garden will demonstrate how gardening can stimulate therapeutic and healing processes. 34 rbc Portico Group ':i • •• � Y• ��_ ,:• • i •. ••' .: _� •• �� �� � :: -� � �� � .� ..: �� . �_ — • :': :• � _ �� :i � _J .; �' :! Botanical Garden of the Ozarks MASTER PLAN, October 2001 Designer Gardens The region's most creative and accomplished landscape designers will create garden areas that reflect their own innovations and perceptions. The residential scale of the Designer Gardens will inspire the public through interesting combinations of plants and new ways to look at their own garden spaces. Individual plots will be allocated to participants on a rotating basis. The garden designers will also oversee the installation of their creations. Kitchen Garden This garden will demonstrate and display cool and warm season fruit and vegetable varieties adapted to the Ozark climate and conditions. Garden maintenance will emphasize Integrated Pest Management (IPM), such as the use of organic soil amendments, natural fertilizers and pesticides, and other gardening practices that are environmentally sensitive and result in high - yield, low -maintenance gardens. Produce harvested from the Kitchen Garden will be used in the Garden's cafe kitchen. Home Landscape Applications The do-it-yourself home gardener will benefit from landscape application demonstrations. The gardens will display plants well -suited for use as groundcovers, hedges, screens, foundation plantings, lawns, etc. Horticu/tura/ Tria/s Exhibil The Botanical Garden of the Ozarks will serve as the testing ground for new plant introductions into the nursery trade. Plants must adequately meet the criteria established by the Arkansas Green Industry Association and Garden horticultural staff to warrant approval for use in the Ozarks region. _ •• ► • I• •.I ••I •• I•• I •• A.• t • •• 1 I•I �� •• i ••• -� ••• -� � I•• �— •` i ••' -� `• � '• .— •' �� ' . •• J. �' The Portico Group 35 Botanical Garden of the Ozarks MASTER PLAN, October 2001 �- •• -� •• • �- �� = ;; �� -� Gardening Mater/a/s and Techniques Exhibit This garden exhibit will demonstrate various approaches to gardening, such as raised beds, pruning, container gardening, and spraying. This exhibit will help the home gardener stay up to date on garden trends, building materials and methods, and tools available to make gardening easier, more efficient, productive and fun. Water -wise Garden and/nigation Exhibit This demonstration garden will emphasize the importance of water conservation. Watering systems will show the most efficient means of keeping gardens and landscapes thriving during the typically hot and dry Ozark summers. The garden will also display drought -resistant plants. ECO-GEOGRAPHIC PLANT COLLECTIONS The eco-geographic plant collections relate to regions of the world with climatic conditions and annual rainfall patterns similar to those in the Ozarks of northwestern Arkansas. The regions are: a) the Southeastern United States - Appalachia, b) Eastern Asia and Sino-Himalayas, and c) the Caucasus region of Europe. All four biome regions, including the Ozarks, are found within the Northern Hemisphere and are located between 35 and po degrees latitude. The potential for introducing plants from these regions into the landscape and horticulture industry places the Botanical Garden at the forefront of being a depository for worldwide plant exploration and distribution. 36 Thc Pero Group— Y: :: •r: :: ..• r_ .. •�• ••• � .: •:. � .•. ••• � •� • • � .. .. � •.. Botanical Garden of the Ozarks MASTER PLAN, October 2001 NATIVE GROWTH AREAS The native growth areas at the Botanical Garden will consist of three different ecosystems: the riparian forest, the upland oak -hickory forest and wetland communities. Maintaining these areas will require both restoration and ecosystem management practices. Documented research in ecological restoration will provide direction and guidance in restoring and creating self-sustaining ecosystems. This will include the introduction of plant species associated with each of the habitats. The weeds currently inhabiting the area will need to be eradicated. The three naturally occurring communities are: 1. Riparian Forest The short, narrow stretch of shoreline that connects the core gardens area to the upland forest is home to the riparian forest. The stream channel and seasonal creek flow into Lake Fayetteville at this location, giving rise to the following tree species that dominate the riparian forest: American Sycamore, Silver Maple, Black Gum, Black Willow and Slippery Elm. The wetland boardwalk and forest will provide interpretive opportunities to help visitors understand the unique qualities of these species and their dependence on a constant supply of water to survive. 2. Lake Edge/Wetland Areas The wetland area at the mouth of the stream channel will demonstrate the special relationship between emergent plants and shallow water. This environmentally sensitive habitat will be restored and monitored to meet government regulations for its protection. Educational exhibits will interpret the plants and biota that comprise a wetland environment. Access to this area will be limited to the boardwalk. 3. Upland Oak/Hickory Forest The Upland Oak/Hickory Forest comprises much of the western portion of the site. The one -mile trail through the woodlands will take advantage of interpretive opportunities at wayside stations to help visitors understand the composition and restoration ecology in managing the forest. The tranquility of the native woodlands will offer a contrast to the intensively cultivated and highly active eastern part of the Botanical Garden. __ � __ . .. �� __may. _� _�_ _ __ _ �_ •• I `• " " _� •j• i .�� __ .• I -` •• P, �� .• '� �• :� •• Jam• The Portico Group 37 Botanical Garden of the Ozarks MASTER PLAN. October 2001 OTHER FEATURES Lake Fayetteville Overlooks Secondary loop trails will extend off the path that winds through the native woodlands, providing visitors panoramic views of Lake Fayetteville not currently available. The overlook vistas will have spectacular views from multiple perspectives throughout the year. The Hill The land directly north of the Botanical Garden site is described as "The Hill." It is owned by the City of Fayetteville and leased to the Environmental Study Center (ESC) for educational and preservation purposes. The shared boundary will become a natural and thematic link to ESC facilities and their aquatic and watershed educational programs. The Great Lawn (open events area) The lush expanse of oval lawn, bordered by display gardens, will be a natural gathering location. The open lawn will also provide a venue for weddings, parties, corporate gatherings, intimate concerts, and other social events. The Arboretum Grove The grove will consist of canopies of naturally grouped trees planted among the mounds of earthwork that define the eastern and southern boundaries that shelter the entry drive. The arboretum will be home to trees from similar eco-geographic regions of the world, as well as species selected for their flowering spring bloom, dense summer shade or spectacular fall color. Throughout the year, the arboretum promises to deliver the natural splendor and stately beauty that trees bring to a garden. Water - Universal Thread of Life Water will be a dominant feature throughout the gardens, extending its life-giving qualities while reinforcing the connections between plants and people. Existing water features such as the stream channel, the dry creek bed, the shoreline coves, and Lake Fayetteville will be improved and enhanced during garden development. Water will also be a significant feature throughout the built gardens. At the Fountain Court plaza at the visitor center, water will spiral into many forms as it flows through the display and demonstration gardens. The cooling qualities of water will be appreciated in the heat of the summer months, and provide interest and interaction throughout the year. 36 ii c PortIco Gm up t _b { .-`.,1 ®mss a '•i '%"__' •d :p ar„r �_� o-`.•►� PTT .' rc?j 2`�•. tTh*it4jJ• • �� 6aaF' p1yrw�f.Y ' e .'� f jp 1 i 4 RR • '- ���-�' VFJr+iti _��f.�w Lim .•-._ .a p , r--TTfI" rY'--rT=rci__---,-r--i-i___'. r 1 d Garden Implementation Strategies '�i^"" ""`��G✓/ (.mac — K-l-ctEc. /L1'YC. I• ::-�� . c,,. ir+.•' Botanical Garden of the Ozarks fl MASTER PLAN, October 2001 • • • VI+ GARDEN IMPLEMENTATION STRATEGIES • • • • • • • • COST ESTIMATES A. Construction (Hard) Costs: • Introduction i. Garden Gateway • A detailed estimate of probable construction costs 2. Main Entry Road & • has been prepared for the improvements proposed Visitor Parking • in the Master Plan. These improvements are 3. Horticulture & summarized in the list below. The budgets reflect Maintenance Facilities • the Master Plan's balance of fiscal prudence and 4. Boat Rental Facility • bold new approach to creating a new and innovative 5. Visitor Center • botanical garden. Footbridge • Administration • A number of new buildings and core gardens are Education Facilities • proposed by the Master Plan including: the visitor 6. Fountain Court • and education center, amphitheater, tropical 7. Tropical Conservatory • conservatory, demonstration and display gardens, 8. Wetland Boardwalk specialty gardens and the horticulture and 9. Prospect Hill Observatory maintenance facilities. These improvements will to. Outdoor Amphitheater $ 536,360 • provide garden collections, visitor conveniences and 1t. Wayside Interpretive Stations $275,000 • support facilities necessary for the Botanical Garden 12. Core Gardens • of the Ozarks to grow into a renowned institution. - Display Gardens $2,567,092 • 13. Demonstration Gardens $1,209,355 • 14. Eco-Geographic • Collection Gardens $543,501 15. Native Growth Areas $231,516 • 16. Overlooks $60,000 • 17. Infrastructure $928,000 • 18. Special Features $765,700 • Hard Construction Costs Total $18,145,398 • • • �.'� /:: �...-� ♦ .. �� 'ter': � ��� .� +• -.� s �� ,a �i -;_ l� a: _:,. �J't-r:\r,�-�'✓,air ..�_�� �Y:_�,. sue:: •• ..;.t. �.: The Panic oGroup 39 • • fWa.: $599,975 $1,589,722 $154,000 $3.324,348 $144,000 $540,540 $528,089 $864,000 $2,679,600 $186,000 $336,600 •I Botanical Garden of the Ozarks MASTER PLAN, October 2001 B. Construction (Soft) Costs: 19. General Conditions © 9% $1,633,086 20. Contractor Fees © 4% $791,139 21. Master Plan Design Contingency @io% $2,056,962 22. Construction Contingency 10% $2,262,659 Sales Tax 0 8.24% (on construction materials — assumes 33% of costs) $610,869 Total Hard and Soft Costs in 2001 $'s $25,500,113 Architecture, Engineering & Exhibit Design Fees 14% of construction budget $3.484.494 Owner Administration, Survey, Environ. Studies, Permits and Testing 2% of budget $579,692 Grand Total A. & B Costs $29.564.300 PHASING STRATEGIES: The phasing and implementation of the Ozarks Botanical Garden will be influenced by three principal factors: the attractiveness of individual improvements to donors, granting agencies and the internal wishes of the Board of Directors. However, several of the improvements must be developed in sequence to initiate a logical and cost effective implementation of the Master Plan. To ensure that fund raising and development occur as part of a strategic implementation plan, components of the Master Plan are broken into three separate phases. Each capital project phase is aggregated into funding and construction amounts ranging from $7.7 to $11.3 million. The first phase places the highest priority on those improvements that establish the Botanical Garden's sense of place, by establishing core plant collections, the visitor center and support services. Phase One To successfully market the Botanic Garden as a destination visitor attraction, the initial phase of development needs to incorporate several components, including the garden gateway, entry road, one-half of the parking lot, visitor drop-off, visitor center, cafe and dining terrace, one-half of the exhibit gallery, conference room, one-third of the core gardens, one-half of the horticulture and maintenance facilities, and infrastructure. The estimated construction cost to implement phase one is $10,633,615. Phase Two The second phase of fund raising and development will create additional gardens, administration and education offices, classrooms and support facilities. The improvements will increase the annual visitation capacity as well as length of visit, resulting in increased revenues. Improvements will include the full build -out of the parking lot, nursery and maintenance facilities, boat rental facility, amphitheater, Prospect Hill observatory, demonstration gardens, remaining two-thirds of the core gardens and remaining infrastructure. The estimated construction cost to implement phase two is $11,351,609. Phase Three The final phase of development will include overflow parking, trails, tropical conservatory, and lakeside 40 The Portico Group • Yf.'1'yy'�))41-:•,,jf•�.p•.� ,,.��Q•� ,� - .. r��. �.t�\ r '10-.:• '•,1. ••, . /•1 •3 •}\n•/ '''"•.,:uf:�I1RIS1p••�j�!i,^li 1�• /i•1 ,��yyA n l..e•i.A•,� •/• •l I�•,`•�' :�'• ./ t 7,Y•••:'l & •p/j,17r k 'O•T\! . J. •%�'.. w7•�p-r,y ' ^ �' ' .° �.•L7 •''u' jn k i'. . �k tl . • �•: i ei... t• Y..v f.±^ • w:..;:k c��:�!c t, `N.y•r. ] ,CyQti'tiQ! •T. a.k. 'C 7ifr':�n p. ,• .•�,• ,• ••. •'rb �r`,:\::. . .b� -jam �:••? r ='a• ?: • ' • I_ J': . ..'P :::?i. i••! Jy-•L�•.Jr'lce�- .. �.v.�tr 0 ' r.�. �. �' 'r"nth 1 \•0 • •". 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'ar $ 1 LL a LL C {i O (J �gs� g aei5�� `; Ji = � 1' �7 iSq� 0 8 3 $ � $ c7 E N �i o g a� Zeky t1 W N m S H LL tG W fn LL U m (� (n U V C O m G U •• }I G U m' ri I AN Hpq = W�NMVN ai_ n0 m `' kill Bibliography c)- ✓ Lca���ia�e�� • B0 /'' �� .o�, 1 � _ � .- .a °'i. of _.:. �(q, � i!. �.�.,+° o .� °'e� �• °� /': ��"e. 111CV a1 arCten of the OZark$ Iv kWE• kt PIAIN, October 2001 • • • VII. BIBLIOGRAPHY • • • • • • • • PUBLICATIONS Hemphill, Jason. "Phase I Environmental Site • Assessment for Botanical Garden Society of the • American Horticultural Society. Encyclopedia of Ozarks." Fayetteville, University of Arkansas, Geology • GardenP/ants. London, Dorling Kindersley, 1989. Department, Student Project. 1999. • • American Horticultural Society. A-ZEncyc%pediaof Hunter, Carl G. Tree.; Shrubs& VinesofArkansas. • Garden P/ants. New York, OK Publishing Inc., 1997. Little Rock, Ozark Society Foundation, 1989. • Brown, C. Allan. "Horticulture in Early Arkansas,The Moore, Dwight M. Trees ofArkansos. Little Rock, • ArFansasHistorica/Quarterly. Vol. XLIII No. 2, Arkansas Forestry Commission, 1972. • Summer 1984, P. 99. • Natural Heritage Commission. Endangered and • Childs-Cartile, Sarah. "Mazes for the Millennium," Threatened P/antso/Arkansas Unpublished • Eng/ish Garden. Issue 25, May 2001 administrative list, Little Rock, Arkansas, 1987. • Daniel, Harriet Bailey Bullock. ARemembranceof Prest, John. "The National Botanic Garden of Wales," Eden: Memor/esofaFront/erPlantation inArkansas The H/storyo/Botanic Gardens London, Harper • r849-1872. Fayetteville, University of Arkansas Collins Publishers, 2000. • Press, 1993. • Robison, Henry W., and Allen, Robert T. On/yin • Duncan, Wilbur H., and Duncan, Marion B. Trees of Athanso-nAStudyofEndemicPlantsondAn/ma/sof • the Southeastern UnitedStates. Athens, University of the State. Fayetteville, University of Arkansas Press, • Georgia Press, 1988 1995. Eberbach, Catherine. "John H. Faulk: No Empty Sand, Susan. "A Tree History: The Osage Orange," Vessels Learning in Museums," Pub/ic Garden. Vo1.12 Amer/canHodicu/turist. Vol. 70, Oct. 1991. PP -37-39. • No.t, January 1997, pp. 6-io. • Shimer, John. Fie/d Guideto New • York, Macmillan, 1972. • The Portico Croup 47 Botanical Garden of the Ozarks a u3 v�F �e a' �N ✓ ••a.va ni s 7 aye -Y s g e., Smith, Madge D. "An Archeotogica/Surveyojthe Plant list with Kent Herren, Botanical Garden Society of the Ozarks Pork atLake Horticulturist/Landscape Architect, @18)-369-2091 Fayetteville," Fayetteville, University of Arkansas, John Deere Nursery, Department of Anthropology Student Project. 1999. 4902 E 121 St. South Bixby OK 74008. Takhtajan, Armen. Floristic Regions of the World, Plant list review with Mary Ann King, • Berkeley, University of California Press, 1986. Nursery Owner, (501)-293-4659 Pine Ridge Gardens 832 Sycamore Rd, London, • Walter, Heinrich. Ecological Systems of the Sea- Arkansas 72847. biosphere, Temperate and PolarZonob/omes of Northern Eurasia. Berlin, Springer-Verlag, 1985. Walter, Heinrich. Vegetation qfffieEarnh and Ecological Systems oftheGee-biosphere. Berlin, Springer-Verlag, 1984. • • INTERNET RESOURCES Federal Aviation Administration, Airframe and • Powerplant (FAAAP). Washington County, Arkansas www.wortddimate.com/dirnate/cgi-bin/ . d ata. p l?ref= N 36 W 094+2 200+032443 C/ 17 July, 2001. OTHER SOURCES • Plant list review with Scott Eccleston, • Landscape Architect/Owner, (501)-271-8289 S & S Landscapes, Bentonville, Arkansas 72712. Plant list review with Jeff Johnson, Landscape Architect, @18)-369-2091 John Deere Nursery, • 4902 E 121 St. South Bixby OK 74008. • 48 The Portico Group i Appendix rU Botanical Garden of the Ozarks MASTER PLAN. October 2001 VIII. APPENDIX The appendix is reference information obtained through project research. i. SITE HISTORY The Botanical Garden site's history reflects a number of events that have contributed to the development of the Springdale -Fayetteville area. In 1857 Congress authorized the operation of a stage line to carry the U.S. mail from St. Louis, Missouri, and Memphis, Tennessee, to San Francisco, California. Operated by John Butterfield, the line became known as the Butterfield Overland Mail Company Route and passed directly through the garden site as it made its way between Shiloh (Springdale) and Fayetteville on its way west. In the native woodlands on the site, there are remnants of the original roadbeds of the mail route and of pioneer homesteads. Prior to the 194o's, Lake Fayetteville did not exist. In 1948, $800,000 in bonds were issued by the City of Fayetteville for construction of a reservoir to provide drinking water for the rapidly developing business and residential communities. In order to build the reservoir, hundreds of acres of existing structures and vegetation were bulldozed, including an old gristmill located along the banks of Clear Creek, the main supply of water to the reservoir. The resulting body of water, Lake Fayetteville, was deemed too small almost immediately and a second reservoir, Lake Sequoyah, was built. Together they supplied water to Fayetteville until 1965. Today, Beaver Lake supplies water to most northwestern Arkansas cities and Lake Fayetteville is used mainly as a community recreational amenity. The entire shoreline is held in public ownership. 2. SITE OPPORTUNITIES AND CONSTRAINTS OPPORTUNITIES of Site, Location and Context - Diverse topography includes gentle, northward trending slopes in the eastern open area and central wooded area, and steep, northern trending ravines and shoreline slopes in the western, wooded area. - Diverse vegetation - Soil in the eastern open areas is a (PsC2) Pickwick silt loam, 3-8% slope; soil along entire shoreline and up the slope 250' from shoreline is (BaF) Baxter cherry silt loam, 20- 45% slope as -is ravines; soil in the highest elevations of woodland is (NaC) Nixa cherty silt loam, 3-8% slope. - Presence of diverse native wildlife - Moist, well -drained soils in the eastern woodlands along an old creek bed Ability to use lake water for irrigation Variety of microclimates I • 'The Portico croup 49 Botanical Garden of the Ozarks +� •� 1� +a Ii MASTER PLAN, October 2001 "? Four miles from Highway 1-540 Central to both Fayetteville and Springdale communities; and highly accessible to northwest Arkansas metro area Accessible to, and visible from, Highway 265 Potentially accessible to public transportation Adjacent to a substantial portion of Lake Fayetteville whose shores are protected by public ownership, and whose waters are spring fed and do not fluctuate considerably. Adjacent to the Lake Fayetteville Environmental Study Center property. Surrounded by a strong university community, as well as growing corporate and retirement communities Strong sense of regional identity CONSTRAINTS of Site and Location - Fragility of the lake's edge and ioo-year flood setback linearity of the woodland portion of the site Security over a large area Maintenance over a large area Lack of utilities on site Inability to regulate upstream water quality of Clear Creek Watershed Lack of control over watersheds of intersecting drainage -ways in the woodland Bisecting canal with low flow Browsing deer Invasive plant species in the woodland area Lack of shade trees in open fields Noise, views of, and traffic on Highway 265 Views to and from neighbors to the South Multi -use lake and around -the -lake trail Increasing development to the East Traffic entrance may need augmentation Future widening of Highway 265 3. BOTANICAL GARDENS -HISTORY AND FUTURE Introduction Collections of plants are nothing new - they have been valued and studied by a wide range of people around the globe, including the Greek philosopher Theophrastus (c. 370-286 B.C.) whose Enquiry Into P/ants was the first systematic description of all known species. Modern botanic gardens came about in the 15th century as explorers sailed the world, finding new lands and the plants in them. Two types of botanic gardens were created to study this new and unusual flora, the university botanic garden and the applied botanic garden. 21st century botanic gardens, like the Botanical Garden of the Ozarks, have their roots in both types. University Botanic Gardens Universities established gardens as places of scientific learning in which plants as natural and useful phenomena could be studied, and as places of philosophical learning where the role of the Creator and the story of Genesis could be better understood. The particular branches of science that they served were the developing field of botany, which sought to order and classify the increasing diversity of discovered material, and the ancient field of medicine, or 'physic' as it was once known, which sought to make use of the medicinal properties of the plants. In fact, many of the first botanists were also physicians, as well as philosophers, and therefore science and philosophy continue to be ancient and honorable elements of these gardens. 50 The Portico Group�} �I'f• �d � q• \Y �.(• 'r, r��•� .�. l•• ••• � ,� •(,' � 4 +., A iil s f:• -' i! �4 iva \ J.i ® 1la'e�'Ai;J a �� • + •+ a 1 Botanical Garden of the Ozarks ,n fw • rp 7• s'1 iI 9'A •• -nD i% it >T ®' �' i ff i n / MASTER PLAN, October 2001 Applied Botanic Gardens By the 18th century, the earlier discoveries of far-off lands had prompted the development of applied botanic gardens as testing grounds where the usefulness and economic value of indigenous plants could be assessed and methods established for their further propagation and dispersal. These gardens became test areas for the manipulation of plants to increase yield and produce a profit. Often colonists and their home countries used the resulting specimens to conquer and rule native peoples and their environments. The Role of Taxonomy Since there could be no true botanical science, or even exchange of information without a standard system of plant names, the development of a reliable taxonomy was critical. At the beginning of the 17th century, Bauhin had described 6,000 known species. By 1825 when William Hooker was professor of botany at the University of Glasgow, that number had grown to 80,000. In the intervening period, some of the great botanists (Ray, Linnaeus, Tournefort, de Jussieu and de Candolle) began systematically ordering their horticultural discoveries. In the latter part of the 19th century, the Index I(ewensis was instituted. It continues to be the world's standard list of plants and is still being revised and expanded to this day as previous identifications have been corrected and the number of known species continues to rise to over a quarter of a million. new type of garden was emerging. A renewed interest in plant exploration, as well as an emphasis on travel as a learning experience, led to the arrangement of some botanical gardens along geographic or cultural lines, for example, the Japanese garden. More recently, botanic gardens have provided visitors with increased understanding of the concept of 'habitat', along eco- geographic lines. The Future Today, at the beginning of the 21st century, the evolving study of ecology has led to a realization that we do not truly know how to manage nature, because we are still struggling to determine what it is. Both the university and the applied gardens appear to have run their course, taxonomy is being reorganized around DNA principles, and botanic gardens are maintaining seed banks of endangered species while trying to figure out why and how to bring in visitors. What are visitors expecting? How can they be educated in a memorable way? What values should be communicated? These are some of the questions being grappled with for future gardens. 4. THEMATIC APPROACH DEVELOPMENT We shall not cease from exploration And the end o%all our exploring Will be to arrive where we started And know the place for the first time. T.S. Eliot, Four Quartets The Effects on Garden Design Necessity of a Theme To reflect this fascination with order, botanic gardens The theme is the "big idea" that enables an on both sides of the Atlantic, were primarily organized along taxonomic lines until the early part of the loth century. In the late i800's, however, a institution to focus and distinguish itself from other comparable institutions. It is expressed as a phrase that is both provocative and intriguing and, when a\ n, I ,hh l4 \s ,nom sP • a�� y _i ,• \\ aJ � • \A �,, y J AM , f � Js J P1� . f fff + f s jai Y. �a •,J i0 Y -�(,nJ a is .� •i y �� yA • >� + i `A ./J ��0 .s a+ su '�� +v The Portico Group 51 I• Botanical Carden of the Ozarks MASTER PIAN, October 2001 • 6 PHOTO CREDITS Page 28 - North Carolina Arboretum Outdoor • Amphitheater - The Portico Group • Page t - Lake Fayetteville - Botanical Garden of Page 28 - Stone Arch and Outdoor Projection • the Ozarks Screen - The Portico Group • Page 2 - BGO meadow - The Portico Group Page 29 - Outdoor Class - Washington Park Page 4 - Beaver Lake - The Botanical Garden of Arboretum, Seattle, Washington the Ozarks Page 29 - Wetland Boardwalk at the Bloedel • Page 5 - Lake Fayetteville and Cove Botanical Reserve - The Portico Group • Garden of the Ozarks and The Page 30 - Flower Garden - The Portico Group • Portico Group Page 31 - Woodland Plantings - Montreal, Quebec • Page 6 - Planning Team Workshops - Botanical Canada - The Portico Group • Garden of the Ozarks and The Page 31 - Kiosk and Sundial - Landscape • Portico Group Architecture Magazine • Page 7 - Boardwalk - The Portico Group Page 32 - Path - The Portico Group • Page 8 - Children's Maze - Landscape Architecture Page 32 - Observation Deck - Strybing Arboretum Magazine & Botanical Gardens • Page ii - Lake Fayetteville - Botanical Garden of Page 33 - Suspension Bridge - The Portico Group • the Ozarks Page 34 - Water Park - The Portico Group • Page 12 - National Botanic Garden of Wales - The Page 34 - Brooklyn Botanical Garden • Portico Group - The Portico Group • Page 13 - BGO Project site - The Portico Group Page 34 - Display Gardens - The Portico Group • Page 18 - Woodland Park Tropical Rainforest Page 35. - Designer Gardens - The Portico Group • Conservatory - The Portico Group Page 35 - Vegetable Garden - The Portico Group • Page 19 - Tree Sculpture - Landscape Architecture Page 35 - Home Demonstration Garden Display - Magazine Missouri Botanical Garden • Page 20 - Aquatic Plants - The Portico Group - The Portico Group Page 23 - Entry Gate - The Portico Group Page 35 - Trial Plants - The Portico Group • Page 24 - Boulevard Plantings and Parking Lot - Page 36 - Gardening Techniques • The Portico Group - The Portico Group Page 25 - Center for Urban Horticulture Courtyard Page 36 - Hornbeam Forest - Unknown • The Portico Group Page 36 - Beech Forest - Unknown • Page 25 - Interior Building - The Portico Group Page 37 - Riparian Forest - The Portico Group • Page 25 - Shade Structure Huntington Gardens - Page 37 - Aquatic Plants - The Portico Group The Portico Group Page 37 - Woodland Trail - The Portico Group Page 26 - Child in Fountain, Wet Design Page 38 - Grass Meadow - The Portico Group • Page z6 - Interactive Fountain, Wet Design Page 41 - Spring Flowers - The SWA Group • Page 28 - Boardwalk - The Portico Groups • Page 28 - Lowell Observatory - The Portico Group • • The Portico Group 53 •I Botanical Garden of the Ozarks MASTER PLAN, October 2001 done well, it makes us stop and think. For mission -based institutions, the theme is used as a tool to convey a point of view and to communicate educational messages through everything that it presents to the public. It provides a way to communicate, in this case, the Garden's intent, but also a rationale for the development of the plant collections. The Development of a Theme The key to developing a meaningful theme is to understand what an institution is passionate about, how that relates to what their visitors are interested in, and translating that understanding into experiences that bring ideas and collections alive. Criteria for Selecting a Theme • Relevance to a visitor's own life • Accessible to those with little or no background knowledge of the topics and messages of the institution • Stimulates curiosity • Initiates social interaction among visitors • Provides focus and flexibility. 5. 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