Cypress Tree - Brookfield Zoo
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N 41° 49.896 W 087° 50.035
16T E 430755 N 4631415
This cypress tree was 645 years old when cut down in 1938.
Waymark Code: WM62VY
Location: Illinois, United States
Date Posted: 03/23/2009
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The seeds for this tree sprouted in 1293. That is before the Aztec settled Mexico City and the Ming Dynasty started in China. It was harvested in 1938 from the Okefenokee swamp.
The zoo is open everyday of the year from 10 AM - 5PM. The summer hours are slightly longer. Admission is $12 for adults, $8 for children and seniors.
Location Name and/or Address:
Located inside "The Swamp" building at the Brookfield Zoo.
3300 Golf Road
(First Avenue and 31st Street)
Brookfield, IL 60513
Website: [Web Link]
Tree Species: cypress
Indoors/Outdoors: Indoors
Entry Fee or Requirements: Yes
Availablility: Has specific hours
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Visit Instructions:
Visit the location and take a photo of the Tree Growth Rings. If you have more information about the tree or circumstance, please share it in your visit log.