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Dowling Community Garden began in 1943 when subsistence gardens were planted during World War II and is one of two known Victory Gardens remaining in the U.S. Dowling contains over 180 plots, serving more than 250 gardeners. Dowling's special focus is preserving older varieties of fruits, vegetables and flowers through educational outreach and seed-saving. We offer an heirloom plant sale in May, present Heirloom Festival in August, maintain a demonstration garden and contribute seeds to international seed-saving organizations. We distribute produce to food shelves, and have installed flower gardens for the community to enjoy. Come visit us! www.DowlingCommunityGarden.org Dowling Community Garden has won two awards: Minnesota State Horticultural Society's 2003 award for Excellence in Community Vegetable Gardening and 2006 first place winner forMinneapolis Blooms.