RICHMOND TIMES DISPATCH- April 1, 2023
“The Klaus Family Tree House in the Children’s Garden at Lewis Ginter Botanical Garden reopens Saturday after being closed for renovations for six months.
The newly renovated tree house has a few new features including a spiral staircase that goes up to the tower, allowing guests to look out at the garden, as well as a balcony.
“The Klaus Family Tree House enhancements offer adventure play, dramatic views and connection to surrounding gardens. They’ve allowed for activation of the interior space, a new overlook, and a space beneath to invite exploration,” said Beth Monroe, a spokesperson for the garden.
The Klaus Family Tree House is part of Lewis Ginter’s recent investment of over $1 million in the Children’s Garden.
That investment includes a brand-new Waterway feature, formerly called WaterPlay, a splash and water play area for children, which is scheduled to open in May.
There are also new benches in the tree house, places for posters, binoculars and other educational items. Additions were made with school groups in mind.
Windows designed by digital media arts students from Glen Allen High School are another enhancement.
“My vision for these windows was inspired by floral stained glass designs and their intricate qualities. The variety of flowers that Lewis Ginter exhibits every year is one of my favorite parts about the botanical garden, and I wanted to explore their beauty in my design,” said Grace Griffith, one of the student designers.
“The goal of the enhancement project was to ‘activate’ the space for guests and for visiting school groups,” Monroe said.”
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