Hollis Garden is a formal 1.2 acre botanical garden donated to the City by the Hollis Family. The garden is located on historic Lake Mirror accessible from the Lake Mirror Promenade or Orange Street. The garden contains several water features and displays thousands of flowering plants, ornamental shrubs, historic trees, herbs and vegetables. The garden may be rented for weddings. Hollis Gardens was voted one of the Best of Class Gardens by the Gulfcoast Research and Education Center.
Features Include:
Grotto
Koi pond
Fountains, waterfalls & lily pond
Tropical room
Two herb rooms
Vegetable room
Red room
White room
Yellow room
Native area
Butterfly garden
Orchard
Trees of Americana
Patterned flower beds
Lake Mirror Park is located on Lake Mirror in downtown. It is a historic structure listed on the National Register of Historic Places.
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Other features on the Public Safety tab of the page include:
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Lake Mirror & its Promenade are considered the crown jewel of historic Downtown Lakeland. This community recreation area was the vision of Tom Appleyard, the manager of the Lakeland Chamber of Commerce in the early 1920s. Charles W. Leavitt, the noted New York landscape architect, eventually brought Appleyard's vision to reality. Its hallmark seawall, ornate loggias, and the wide palm-lined pedestrian pathways make this lake visually stunning and architecturally distinct.
The Promenade, which has been listed on the National Register of Historic Places since 1983, has often been the hub of local festivities of Downtown. Lake Mirror is surrounded by Kryger Overlook Park, Barnett Family Park, Magnolia Building, Lake Mirror Tower, Hollis Gardens, & the Lake Mirror Complex. Lake Mirror Park and amphitheater were dedicated in the fall of 1999 and Hollis Garden opened in 2000 on the southeast shore. Albert Paley's "Tribute to Volunteerism," a conspicuously ornate & colorful sculpture, crowns the northeast shore.
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Lakeland has long been known for its appreciation of public art projects. Two such projects are the "Swansation Art Project" and the "Kaleidoscope Butterflies in Flight." The intent of both projects were centered around civic awareness with the swan art benefiting local non-profits & the kaleidoscope project benefiting the CommonGround Park.
Swansation is a public art project in originating in downtown Lakeland responsible for bringing the community together to celebrate one of Lakeland's most well known celebrities, the swan. This unique charitable project benefits local nonprofit organizations. The majestic swan, widely considered the mascot of this culturally rich community, is prevalent in much of its landscape. From murals, to pictures, & even sculptures, the swan lives not only at Lake Morton, but also in the hearts of the local residents.
Kaleidoscope, Butterflies in Flight is responsible for the numerous distinct butterfly sculptures throughout Lakeland. Originally intended as a fundraiser modeled after the highly successful Swansation public art project which took place in 2002, Kaliedoscope has become a integral part of the Lakeland art landscape.
Kaleidoscope's four to eight foot aluminum butterfly sculptures are mounted on poles and displayed throughout Lakeland. The butterflies were transformed into unique works of art by local and regional artists. This public art project was designed to enrich cultural activity and positively impact the Lakeland community through a uniquely different charitable event.
Kaleidoscope Butterflies in Flight is a fundraiser for the construction of CommonGround, Polk County's first "inclusive play experience." Children of varying abilities and disabilities will be able to play together side by side in a play environment. The park itself will be in the shape of a butterfly, a symbolic representation of the individuality and unique character of every child. It will be one of six such playgrounds in Florida and only one of these inclusive playgrounds is currently open to the public. The playground will be located in Edgewood Park near the corner of Edgewood Drive and Buckingham Avenue.
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With Mayfaire by-the-Lake a mere week away, I thought I would blog about the site of this annual event. Picturesque Lake Morton is the beautiful backdrop of this event every Mother's Day weekend, but it's also a place to go to simply relax & enjoy the scenery. Although it is named Lake Morton, for Kentucky native John P. Morton, Lakeland residents know it is really "Swan Lake," where Lakeland's signature resident calls home. The majestic swans, the muse of many local artists, are found at this quaint locale on the southern edge of downtown Lakeland. Lake Morton is located between Lake Mirror & Lake Hollingsworth. Morton is widely considered the epicenter of artistic activities in Lakeland. The Lakeland Public Library & The Polk Museum of Art both overlook beautiful Lake Morton & the Downtown Antiques District is just a hop, skip, & jump away! The annual Mayfaire by-the-Lake, an outdoors Art festival, is held every Mother's Day weekend.
Residences of Lakeland's important community leaders and civic buildings are located here. The Public Library, the Lakeland Woman's Club, Lakeland Chamber of Commerce, and the Sorosis Club were all built on Lake Morton.
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Meet The Group: Gate Arty
I have been a resident of Lakeland since childhood, & I am still very proud to call this quaint town, "home." Originally born in Bangkok, Thailand, my family & I immigrated to the United States in 1978. I graduated Lake Gibson High School in 1992. Go Braves!
Growing up an avid sports fan, I enjoy basketball, tennis & especially football. You'll find me watching the Miami Dolphins game every weekend, willing them to a hopeful victory & with any luck, an eventual Super Bowl Championship.
I went on to complete my studies at the University of South Florida in Tampa, where I resided for a short time, earning a BS in Business Administration - Finance. Go Bulls! Ultimately finding my way back home to Lakeland, I now enjoy an exciting career in real estate where I can help friends with their real estate needs & meet new people everyday.
I believe that cultivating true relationships & forming strong bonds is critical to happiness and success in business and in life. If you would like to talk about real estate, & require an individual that is passionate about what they do, I believe I can be your real estate advisor.
As long-standing industry professionals, our goal is ultimate client satisfaction. We strive to build lasting relationships and bonds that will endure beyond a singular transaction. It's always rewarding to learn how you helped someone, and all of us at Gate Arty & the Group believe in setting a new standard for honesty and integrity in real estate. With that said, we present to you the unembellished words of past clients who have given us their feedback.
Below are comments from families that have utilized our services. These are real people who were in a position of buying and selling a home and trusted Gate Arty & the Group to handle their transaction.
"Gate is especially professional.."
I purchase distressed properties, remodel them, and eventually sell. Gate Arty has been a great part of my success. He responds quickly to all of my questions, and has always been on the mark with his advice. Gate listens to my needs & follows thru. He really hustles and maneuvers to make things work. I have purchased many properties thru Gate Arty & the Group and all have been winners. Gate is especially professional, and I highly recommend his services.
- Carolyn Lee
"He went off of "nothing," ...turned it into something!"
Gate sold our house so quickly! We had no idea of what we really wanted in our next home, but Gate was able to find exactly what we needed and after a few short weeks, we moved into our new dream home. He went off of "nothing," and after listening to our needs, turned it into something! We truly appreciate his hard work & dedication.
- Justin & Heather Sparks
"within a couple of months the home was sold"
Our home had been on the market for over one year and it was right in the beginning of the slow season for selling. Gate Arty came in and took over the job, and with in a couple of months the home was sold and we were able to move on. We are thankful for Gate Arty & the Group, and we have recommended their services to anyone who needs a good caring agency. Thank you again!
- Ester & Ronald Shultz
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