“The Life and Art of Beatrix Potter” - Fernwood Botanical Gardens
Beatrix Potter may be best known for her classic book, The Tale of Peter Rabbit, but her studies and talents extend far beyond her success as an author and illustrator of children’s books. A brilliant observational artist from youth, many are not aware that as an adult Potter used her skills to document her obsession with fungi and lichen, producing more than 350 scientific illustrations on the subject and making innovative discoveries about spore reproduction. At times, adversity and loss stood in the way of her success, but she always persevered and continued to follow her passion for observing and sharing her love for nature with others. Join us as we examine the evolution of her art practice and dive deeper into the incredible life of Beatrix Potter.
Fernwood Organization:
A favorite of all who love nature—flora and fauna, Fernwood Botanical Garden is situated on the St. Joseph River in Niles, Michigan, near Buchanan in picturesque Berrien County. Fernwood is only minutes from South Bend, Indiana, and Southwestern Michigan’s famous wine country and shore communities. Fernwood comprises 105 acres and protects at least 10 ecosystems and is a birder’s paradise. Visitors may enjoy natural areas with miles of walking and hiking trails, a reconstructed prairie, an arboretum, and cultivated public gardens that include an herb garden, Japanese garden, perennial border, rain garden, railway garden, nature adventure garden, hardy fern collection, and other special collections and gardens.