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Mother's Day Ideas 2011

May 06, 2011 at 06:08 AM · Posted under Area Attractions & Events, Pat Tasker

^{Courtesy of Mitchell Park Conservatory}

Mother's Day is one of those days a family might look for something special to do with their mom. One of our family favorites for this holiday was visiting The Domes.

The official name is Mitchell Park Horticultural Conservatory, but most Milwaukeeans know it as "the domes." Located just off I-94 and S 27^th Street, you can see the three giant and glass domes from quite a distance.

There are three large domes, each are 85 feet high, and 140 feet in diameter. The "show dome" has a new exhibit several times a year with a seasonal theme, say Easter/spring, Christmas, Trains to name a few. This Mother's Day the show dome features a "Rocky Mountain Spring" theme. It is a perfect place to take family photos, while a pianist plays tunes.

The Arid Dome is an oasis in the desert with thousands of cacti and other plants found in arid locations.

The Tropical Dome features a jungle setting, humid and warm with the sounds of the waterfall and smell of orchids. This is a very welcome feel in the dead of winter!

The Domes were constructed between 1959 and 1967, with the Show dome opening first in 1964. A little known fact is that there is a 4^th and smaller dome towards the back that is where the county stores the orchids and other replacement plants. The five acre parcel was donated by Alexander Mitchell, grandson of General Billy Mitchell.

This fantastic Milwaukee County Park is one of the jewels of our park system. That system was originally designed by Frederick Law Olmstead, also known for his designs at the Chicago World's Fair and New York's Central Park.

I wish everyone a great Mother's Day, and perhaps a tour of The Domes! If you are looking to tour homes, now thats my department. As a Certified Residential Specialist, I can help you find the perfect home for you and your family, whether it is in the city or suburbs of Greater Milwaukee. Contact me via email at or call/text me at 414-588-4907. ENJOY YOUR MOTHER'S DAY CELEBRATION!