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{{Short description|Arboretum in Milledgeville, Georgia, US}}
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'''Lockerly Arboretum''' spans (50 acres), it provides a beautiful space for enjoying nature and learning about various plants and trees. As a nonprofit, it offers free access to visitors every day except Sundays, making it a welcoming spot for locals and travelers alike. 

Lockerly Arboretum's history is as rich as its natural beauty. Established in 1965, it surrounds the historic [[antebellum architecture|Antebellum]] mansion, "Lockerly," originally known as "Rose Hill," built in 1852 by Judge and Mrs. Daniel R. Tucker. Interestingly, the Tuckers' friend, [[A.J. Downing]], a notable landscape designer, influenced the grounds. 

In 1998, the [[arboretum]] expanded significantly when Colonel Oliver N. Worley donated 200 additional acres to create an Environmental Education facility. This blend of historical significance and environmental education makes Lockerly a unique treasure in [[Milledgeville, Georgia|Milledgeville]]. 

Lockerly Arboretum truly stands out as a living, breathing horticultural treasure. With its diverse collections - including [[azaleas]], [[camellia]], [[conifers]], [[holly]], [[rhododendron]], [[viburnum]], [[daylilies]], and [[Iris (plant)|irises]] - it offers an exceptional space for [[botanical]] exploration. The inclusion of a [[greenhouse]] filled with [[cacti]] and [[tropical plants]] adds a dynamic range to its horticultural offerings. 

Adding to its charm, the historic Rose Hill mansion became part of the [[National Register of Historic Places]] in 2017, cementing its significance as not just a natural haven, but a cultural and historical landmark as well. 

== See also ==
* [[List of botanical gardens in the United States]]

== References ==
* ''Guide to the Gardens of Georgia'', Lilly Pinkas, Pineapple Press Inc, 2000, pages 48–50. {{ISBN|9781561641987}}.
* ''Explorer's Guide Georgia'' (Second Edition), Carol Thalimer, Dan Thalimer, The Countryman Press, 2012, page 297. {{ISBN|9781581577747}}.
* ''A Visitor's Guide to the Literary South'', Trish Foxwell, The Countryman Press, 2013, pages 67–68. {{ISBN|9781581571493}}.

== External links ==
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* {{Official website|https://lockerly.org}}

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[[Category:Arboreta in Georgia (U.S. state)]]
[[Category:Botanical gardens in Georgia (U.S. state)]]
[[Category:Protected areas of Baldwin County, Georgia]]
[[Category:1965 establishments in Georgia (U.S. state)]]


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