04/28/2026
On the Boards | Regenerative Agriculture Garden Exhibit
Jack London Park Partners envisioned a new exhibit that will highlight Jack London‘s progressive farming legacy in agricultural science and ancient, restorative methods. His mission started in the early 1900s when he saw the results of extractive practices from single crop farming, rendering enormous tracts of US farmland infertile.
Testing and educational components of this work began at Beauty Ranch, Glen Ellen, which is the site for a new regenerative, agricultural garden exhibit.
During the concept sketch phase, MFLA worked with the existing landscape of the site to envision a program that engaged with nature, was an interactive space for learning and a community called the action. This includes a dynamic variety of garden beds which showcases native insectary planting geared towards soil regeneration, carbon sequestration, increased biodiversity, and reduction of habitat loss. This outdoor classroom was important for host, hosting tours, school group, groups, and community events to inspire future stewards of the land.
MFLA’s favorite concept direction is inspired by the biophilic design of the oyster.
Known as an ‘oyster pirate’ at the young age of 15, Jack London started his own pirate operation, harvesting oysters from the heavily patrolled Bay Area coastal beds as an alternative to grueling and badly paid factory labor.
Stay tuned for how this project evolves.
