"RAINBOW GARDENS THROUGHOUT THE YEARS"

    In 1970, Rosanne Peery King opened "Rainbow Imports" in the old Ballroom, featuring gifts from around the world.  In 1975, the old indoor swimming pool became the sunken "Gift Garden", a terraced solarium, filled with plants and gifts.  The following spring, "The Greenery" Restaurant opened.  Now one of Ogden's finest restaurants, the Greenery serves award-winning food to over 500 patrons daily.

   Another era ended in 1996, when after 35 years, the "Rainbow Lanes" gave way to the new Planet Rainbow project.  The Utah Book Nooks opened in mid-1998. The first phase of this new retail food and event center, Planet Rainbow is the State's largest collection of Utah Books, Regional Souvenirs and Gifts.  It is a delightful destination for local visitors and out-of-town guests alike.

   Today, Rainbow Gardens is still owned by the King family, with Robert W. King serving as CEO and five children in retail and restaurant management positions.  They extend a warm welcome to all for "Gifts, Food, and Fun".

   Receiving visitors has been the "grand tradition" of Rainbow Gardens since the 1890's, when the discovery of natural hot springs here drew crowds of health-seeking bathers to the waters of Ogden Canyon Resort—our 'landmark' is rich in history!

    We personally invite you to join us at Rainbow Gardens for a visit that will also be beneficial to you.  Stroll through our Gift Garden, a conservatory of exotic plants and flowers; waltz through the old Dance Ballroom and peruse the delightful collection of gifts in our many fun boutiques; then enjoy the delicious cuisine of "The Greenery" Restaurant.  Come soon—we're all here for you!

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