Chester County’s own Longwood Gardens has the best public restroom in America, according to the 13th annual Cintas America’s Best Restroom contest.

Thousands of online voters chose Longwood’s inspiring “green wall,” translucent glass and eco-friendly design over other restrooms including those at El Centro in Washington, D.C. and the Fabulous Fox Theater in St. Louis, Mo.

“We’re excited to announce Longwood Gardens as the 2014 Cintas’ America’s Best Restroom,” said John Engel, Cintas’ senior marketing manager. “The team at Longwood understands the value of a restroom that’s creative and memorable for guests.”

Marnie Conley, Longwood’s chief marketing officer, said Longwood strives to provide an extraordinary experience for the more than one million guests who visit each year.

She said the famous green wall “has become a ‘must-see’ destination for our guests, many of whom may have never seen a green wall before and are curious about how we care for it. It’s the only restroom with its own docents!”

As the 2014 winner, Longwood also receives a deep clean and a $2,500 credit to spend on Cintas services such as restroom cleaning and supplies.

“This project is a lot of fun but also conveys a critical message that restroom hygiene matters for good health and good business,” said Engel.

Links:   www.longwoodgardens.org