The Fayetteville Observer posted, “Secrets, denials and toxic water: The story behind the GenX crisis“. An excerpt:
“Last June, news broke in the Wilmington Star-News that GenX had contaminated the Cape Fear River and the drinking water for an estimated 250,000 people from Cumberland County to the coast. Researchers found not only GenX, but an entire stew of…” (CONTINUED in the article)
The Cape Fear Botanical Garden was founded in 1989. The mission of Cape Fear Botanical Garden is to transform people’s relationship with plants and the natural world.
“Cape Fear Botanical Garden offers self-guided and docent-led tours, workshops, special events, weddings, facility rentals, memberships and more!
Come and enjoy 80 acres of natural beauty nestled between the Cape Fear River and Cross Creek – just 2 miles from downtown Fayetteville, NC!
The Garden Gift Shop offers a unique selection of garden accents, nature-related toys, books, artwork, jewelry, hand-crafted gifts and more. Gift Shop Hours: Daily from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Admission to the Gift Shop is free for Garden visitors and the public.
The Garden offers engaging cultural events to inspire and excite, educational activities to energize, and peaceful spots to refresh. Visitors of all ages are welcome.
Flourishing with beautiful specialty gardens and blooming ornamental plants, Cape Fear Botanical Garden’s highlights include Camellia, Daylilly and Shade Gardens, Butterfly Stroll and Children’s Garden, and the Heritage Garden featuring 1886 agricultural structures and a homestead.
Host to any special occasion, our lovely and world class Wyatt Visitors Pavilion Complex is the perfect complement to our Garden and the venue for weddings, business and military functions, workshops and more.
Stroll along our scenic river trail with water views, take in a guided tour, relax on our patio overlooking the Cypress Pond, and take home the perfect gift from our destination Gift Shop.”
Located at 536 N Eastern Blvd, Fayetteville, North Carolina
Phone – (910) 486-0221
