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Norfolk Botanical Garden (NBG) represents an oasis of more
than 40 themed gardens encompassing 155 beautiful acres. Almost
300,000 visitors experience stunning plant collections and the 3-acre
WOW–World of Wonders: A Children’s Adventure Garden
each
year. This diverse natural beauty can be explored by tram, boat, or
walking tours. The Garden is accredited by the American Alliance of
Museums, is recognized as a Virginia Historic Landmark, listed on
the National Register of Historic Places, a Virginia Green attraction,
and is managed by the Norfolk Botanical Garden Society supported
by the City of Norfolk. Norfolk Botanical Garden is dedicated
to enriching life by promoting the enjoyment of plants and the
environment through beautiful gardens and education programs.
So with all this beauty why would they want their lights OFF?
During the holidays the streetlights need to be OFF so the nighttime
magic of the illuminated garden can be ON! That’s the perfect job
for Intelligent Illuminations. The Virginia Beach based company
) installed 24 light monitors on NBG Main Road
December 2013. The monitors give NBG the opportunity to control
Norfolk Botanical
Garden Partners with
Intelligent Illuminations
By Michelle Blalock
