Wheeler-Thanhauser Orchid Collection and Species Bank
| Wheeler-Thanhauser Orchid Collection and Species Bank | |
|---|---|
| Type | Botanical garden |
| Location | Christy Woods, Ball State University |
| Nearest city | Muncie, Indiana |
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| Area | 3,600 square feet |
| Operated by | Ball State University |
| Status | Open |
The Wheeler-Thanhauser Orchid Collection and Species Bank is located within Christy Woods, an 18 acre (73,000 m²) property located on the southwest corner of the Ball State University campus in Muncie, Indiana, USA. The orchid collection is the largest college maintained collection in the United States.[1]
History
In 2014, the orchid greenhouse re-opened after a $1.35 million renovation. Over 300 volunteers helped with the renovations. The renovations were funded by Joe Rinard. The greenhouse is named after Rinard and his wife, Alice.[1]
Garden and seed bank
The greenhouse has the orchid garden and seed bank. It is 3,600 square feet in size.[1] The greenhouse and seed bank hold over 1,800 species of plants.[2]
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