Metroparks Toledo Presents: Into the Garden

The Stranleigh garden adjacent to the Manor House at Wildwood Preserve is one of four Shipman gardens in the country. Learn more about the garden and Ellen Biddle Shimpan's accomplishments.

Long Description: Ellen Biddle Shipman was a pioneer in the field of landscape design, developing uniquely inspired designs that evolved into a new American style. The Stranleigh garden adjacent to the Manor House at Wildwood Preserve is one of four Shipman gardens in the country in its original condition. Learn more about the garden and Ellen Biddle Shimpan's accomplishments at this lecture.