Visting Wrigley Botanical Garden on Catalina Island, California.

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Where is Catalina Island?

Catalina Island is located in the Pacific Ocean off Southern California. It's part of Los Angeles County, approximately 22 miles (35 kilometers) southwest of Los Angeles.

How do you get Catalina Island if it's surrounded by water?

Take the Catalina Express Ferry from Long Beach, Dana Point, Newport Beach, or San Pedro.

What is Wrigley Botanical Garden?

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The Wrigley Garden and Memorial were established in 1935 as a tribute to William Wrigley Jr., the renowned chewing gum magnate and the Chicago Cubs' owner.

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It covers approximately 38 acres and includes Wrigley's burial site on a hill and gardens leading up to the memorial.

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Wrigley played a pivotal role in the development of Catalina Island.

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