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Sunday, July 31, 2011

Two Kampong guided tours set for August

The Kampong (4013 S. Douglas Road) is offering guided tours of their botanical oasis on Saturday August 6 and Saturday August 20. Don’t miss the opportunity to explore the grounds and learn about the astonishing variety of plants, including the largest Baobab in the US (also known as the Tree of Life), currently displaying football-sized fruit.

The Kampong is the former home and garden of world plant explorer David Fairchild and later philanthropist and preservationist Catherine Sweeney.

On August 6 and August 20, gates open at 8:00 AM, and the 2-hour tour begins at 8:30 AM. Tour fee is $20 for adults, $15 for ages 62 and over and students with ID, $10 for children 4-12 years, and free for children 3 and under (accompanied by adult).

Reservations are required -- please call 305-442-7169 for more details. Wear comfortable walking shoes!

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