Rutgers Gardens History Quiz

When Jacob and Cecilia Lipman purchased the 35.7 acre Wolpart Farm and sold it to Rutgers University, how much did they sell it for?
$20
$1
$5
Nothing, they gave it to the University for free
Helyar Woods was donated to the University as part of two gifts in 1927 and 1937. The donation came with what stipulation?
The woods must include trails for the public
It be used as a sanctuary for local wildlife
It be used for research and the study of woodland management and change
It remained untouched by mankind
One of our most well-known trees, "Larry," is what kind of tree? (We dare you to do this without using Google!)
Cornus florida
Ilex aquifolium
Pinus strobus
Magnolia kobus
From 2005 to present, which new garden additions were built? (Hint: There is more than one right answer)
The Otkens Gardens
The Evergreen Garden
The Rain Garden
Holly House
The Pollinator Garden
Rutgers Gardens started as 37.5 acres. How many acres is it now?
250
180
65
150
What event do we host under our Green Roof every other week in the winter and spring?
Gardening classes
Bird watching
Cook's Market
Garden tour
Thanks for playing! If you got most of these questions right, then you know the Gardens pretty darn well!
For the full history of Rutgers Gardens, click on this link: https://rutgersgardens.rutgers.edu/about/history/
Rutgers Gardens would not have grown into the beautiful place it is today without the support of our community. Consider becoming a member today!
Link to membership: https://securelb.imodules.com/s/896/Foundation/Giveform.aspx?sid=896&gid=1&pgid=8160&cid=15055
Thanks for playing! If you got most of these questions right, then you know the Gardens pretty darn well!
For the full history of Rutgers Gardens, click on this link: https://rutgersgardens.rutgers.edu/about/history/
Rutgers Gardens would not have grown into the beautiful place it is today without the support of our community. Consider becoming a member today!
Link to membership: https://securelb.imodules.com/s/896/Foundation/Giveform.aspx?sid=896&gid=1&pgid=8160&cid=15055
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