GPS: 1237 State Rd., Andalusia, PA 19020
Located on a wooded promontory overlooking the Delaware River, Andalusia has been a stately presence on this stretch of water, just north of Philadelphia, for more than 225 years. The ancestral home of the Biddle family, Andalusia is also a natural paradise of preserved native woodlands and spectacular gardens that continue to evolve today. The mansion at the center of the property—called the Big House—is one of the finest examples of Greek Revival architecture in the United States. Placed on the National Register of Historic Landmarks in 1966 and opened to the public in 1980, it provides an unparalleled look into the nation’s past, while offering a glimpse into the lives of the influential family that lived there.
Source: https://andalusiapa.org/
After we got our America's Garden Capital Passport stamped at the Big House and received our scavenger hunt paper for Boo, we walked through the BEAUTIFUL gardens and looked for statues. The flowers and plants are so amazing! You can tell they really spend time keeping the grounds perfect.
Grab a map at the Big House--follow it all over to see the landmarks and gardens and trails. We elected to go mapless until halfway through and then took our time visiting each stop.
Buy your tickets online and check their website for upcoming events and details -- 12 years and under are free!!!
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