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EPISODE · Apr 25, 2017 · 57 MIN

#1231 Jefferson's Garden

from Listening to America

This week, we speak with Pat Brodowski, head gardener at Jefferson's Monticello. Pat shares her knowledge about how and why Jefferson grew the plants he did, the experimental nature of the household gardens and what is being done to maintain the gardens during our time. It's a fascinating conversation which provides some real insight on Jefferson the gardener. Find this episode, along with photos of Pat Brodowski and the gardens of Monticello, on the blog. Clay will be taking part in a Conversation at Bismarck State College with BSC President Larry Skogen on May 7th at 3 p.m. They'll be discussing the topic: "The Quincentennial of the Protestant Reformation: A Reevaluation of the Reformation (1517-1650)". You can learn more at bismarckstate.edu. Learn more about Odyssey Tours and the summer 2017 Lewis & Clark adventure on odytours.net.

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