Posts Tagged Plum Grove

CANCELLED: Tomato Taste at Plum Grove

On January 16, 2020 /

UPDATE: This event has been cancelled because of the coronavirus outbreak. Look back next year for similar events! The public is invited to sample tomatoes at the annual Tomato Taste at Plum Grove, hosted by the Master Gardeners of Johnson County. The Tomato Taste is a tribute

CANCELLED: Taste of Plum Grove

On January 14, 2020 /

UPDATE: This event has been cancelled because of the coronavirus outbreak. Look back next year for similar events! Celebrating 25 years of the Heritage Gardens! The annual celebration, hosted by the Johnson County Master Gardeners, is a tribute to Iowa’s history and food. Built in 1844, Plum

Lucas Farms History Day (JCHS Activities)

On November 15, 2019 /

Notice: Activities have switched from the 27th! The Lucas Farms History Day is a festival just south of downtown Iowa City. Easily accessible, the festival includes free food, games, and much more! This event is part of a summer series highlighting the Meskwaki Nation and their history

POSTPONED: Plum Grove Season Opening Celebration

On November 12, 2019 /

UPDATE: This event has been postponed because of the coronavirus outbreak. More information will follow when possible. This event is the perfect opportunity for families to get out of the house over the long Memorial Day weekend. Kids can burn off some energy making crafts and running

Lucas Farms History Day (JCHS Activities)

On June 26, 2019 /

The Lucas Farms History Day is chock full of fun things to do around the Lucas Farms Neighborhood! Pony rides, free burgers and hotdogs, bicycle tours of the area and much more are all available. See below for a full schedule of events. The JCHS’s contribution this

Taste of Plum Grove

On June 20, 2019 /

The gardens at Plum Grove are producing a harvest! The Johnson County Master Gardeners are preparing a feast to celebrate the three bountiful gardens at Plum Grove that are what remain of Friendly Lucas’ three historical gardens: the Kitchen Garden, the Flower Garden, and the Wildflower Garden.

Heirloom Tomato Taste at Plum Grove

On April 30, 2019 /

Tomatoes will be plentiful this August at Plum Grove. If you want a taste of sun-ripened tomatoes (and some of the goodies made from them) come on over and grab a bite.

Season Opening Celebration at Plum Grove

On March 8, 2019 /

Looking for something fun to do with the family this Memorial Day weekend? Get out of the house and get to the Season Opening Celebration at Plum Grove! Family-friendly activities will engage children and adults of any age. This event will be riddled with clues to

Tomato Taste at Plum Grove

On April 20, 2018 /

Taste the luscious tomatoes that are grown and maintained by the Johnson County Master Gardeners. These sun-ripened tomatoes come straight from the historical 1850’s garden of Friendly Lucas, wife of Iowa’s first territorial governor.

Taste of Plum Grove

On February 7, 2018 /

Eat the fruits of the Johnson County Master Gardeners’ labor. Sample an assortment of fruits, vegetables, and herbs from the 1850s historic garden of Friendly Lucas, wife of Gov. Robert Lucas.