June 30th, 2007 Guide Book: Seattle City Walks by
Laura Karlinsey
Our hike began in Volunteer Park. We parked outside the Volunteer Park Conservatory.
Their orchid and cactii collections were incredible. A statue of William
Henry Seward stands in front of the conservatory. He arranged the purchase
of Alaska from Russia 1867. It was known as "Seward's Folly". Seattle made
considerable money trading with Alaska and named Seward park after
him.
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