Monroe County Master Gardener Association

Downtown Milan Highlights:

I’m gonna let you in on a little secret. Tour day I hit Milan like a whirlwind.  Quickly snapping photos along the way, rushing to “catch up.” 

Coming from & living in a small town; Milan’s revitalization efforts interest me. The following Saturday I went back; YUP!!  To leisurely take in the sights. I would like to share with you—At this junction I went straight ahead…….Downtown Milan here I come.

Look what I discovered!!!   Architectural Yard art??? Aren’t our homes what most of us base our gardens around… cool.

I love old houses; here is another one & I am quite happy I chose the other route.

I recalled seeing some on tour day- by the square gardens. Despite being behind, I had taken the time to walk down. If I hadn’t, I would have missed seeing these two….

Driving along, I arrive at the Milan Civic Complex.

Now I know where I am.

This time I can check out that rock over there-Who knew??? Cool!!!

Traveling via car I head to Wilson Park where I can park& head out on foot to get more photos.

I walk to the Veteran’s Wall…Sitting on a bench, I see where some of the bricks are engraved with names; I presume, donors.

Each of the walls, are dedicated to a specific war or
group of veterans.  The medallions represent branches of the military; this wall pays tribute to all Milan Veterans.

The plaque below honors Milan vets from WW ll.

It’s time to move on, away from the lake, so let’s cross the street for one last look ……

I’m attracted to water (Pisces); finding the sound of rushing water soothing to my soul.

Back on the park side of the street-I barely notice the murals-located on the front lawn with all the door art.   Did you see them?

Beautiful works of art providing the public-with a unique way to learn the history of Milan.

I believe I need a bite of something sweet to get my energy up……..can ya guess where I am heading??

Barely able to get in on the first visit- this time I had time to wait and yes—I did purchase some delicious treats.  After all, how could you not—

Flavored breads with fruit jellies for your bellies &high top muffins and donuts with stuffin’s  yum yum

intoxicating smells waffling thru the air, cause you to linger-but I must move on; indulging in one scone was just enough.

I make the short walk to the church, taking note of

the sign and its greeting— I can reach the car by walking down the rear hill.

It’s time to head home– but before I leave, did I miss a chance to vote on my favorite door??? These two get my vote-

I liked them both equally for my #1 pick. Which door did you like??

From where I sit on my lily pad, may I offer a “lesson for this day?’

we have visited many places- from grand to small-but do we really see it all???

I think we should always take that second look-you just never know what you may have missed the first time.

The lesson: if given an opportunity to take a different path  Take It”  I’m happy I gave Milan another look.