West of The Lake Gardens is a 6 acre manicured garden property acquired in 1934 by John and Ruth West, philanthropists from Manitowoc Wisconsin. The garden, formerly a streetcar right of way, was transformed after its purchase and has evolved from only tulip beds, once growing more than 30, 000 tulips, to today's elaborate Eastern influenced beds of cacti, succulents, roses, and colored gravel beds.

The original home, designed by John West, nicknamed the "Shoebox Estate" for its similarities to a Frank Lloyd Wright design, is another feature of the property. The garden blooms from May to October.

Address: West of The Lake Gardens – West Foundation, 915 Memorial Drive, Manitowoc, WI 54220, Phone 920-684-6110

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