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The museum presents the story of the Bailey family's life, loves, and adventures. It is situated in the childhood home of the Father of Modern Horticulture, Dr. Liberty Hyde Bailey Jr. Built in 1858 by Liberty Hyde Bailey Sr., the museum is set in a park featuring themed gardens demonstrating aspects of Dr. Bailey's books and research. The grounds include a nature path through the woods and shady picnic areas.
CoopsFarmBoy | September 2024
A quick stop but worth it.
This was a quick stop but worth it. It was interesting to learn about this pioneer of horticulture. The grounds were nice to walk around.
xcheck28 | August 2023
Worth a quick stop
It's nice, it's small, it's free. Tells a good story. Short little walk through the woods in the back with some signage and statues.
NotAFoodSnobFromNY | October 2018
Perfect in every way and a must see!
You absolutely must experience this museum firsthand as no description could ever do it the justice is so richly deserves.
The house itself is beautiful and the staff really knows the rich history...
Larry H | July 2017
Incredible
Talk about a hidden gem! If you like plants of any kind, this is a must see. We showed up on a day they are normally closed, but some of the staff were working that day so they let us inside the...
IndianaMCrider | July 2016
Neat little museum
Take an hour and go through the Liberty Hyde Bailey Museum, you won't be disappointed. Tells about Mr. Bailey and South Haven in the mid 1800's.
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