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The Art of Science: Documenting Canada’s Central Experimental Farm

Explore the artistic documentation of one of Canada’s most important agricultural research centers, the Central Experimental Farm in this Google Arts and Culture exhibition. This virtual exhibition showcases a remarkable collection of paintings, illustrations photographs, and historical pamphlets created by artists who captured the scientific work and natural beauty of the Central Experimental Farm in Ottawa.

Learn how these botanical artists documented everything from crop research and livestock management to the changing landscapes of the farm. The exhibition highlights the unique role of art in preserving the history of agricultural science, offering a visual narrative of the research conducted at the farm which would serve as an inspiration for future artists as well as amateur and professional gardeners.

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