Friday, June 4
Discovery in the Garden Tours are self guided tours. Tickets unfold to show a map of the garden tour area, and directional signs are out on June 4th to assist visitors in locating the gardens. Guests may choose to start at any of the gardens or at the boutique and luncheon at Greenfield Hill Congregational Church.
Gardens are signed as House #1, 2, 3, 4 and 5. Brief descriptions are included in the ticket. Programs with detailed descriptions are available at each of the houses and at Greenfield Hill Congregational Church. Garden hostesses who are familiar with the gardens will be on site to answer questions. 10:00 - 4:00
The Discovery in the Garden Catered Luncheon will take place this year on the lawns of Greenfield Hill Congregational Church adjacent to The Discovery in the Garden boutique. The menu includes a variety of wraps, salads, beverages and cookies. The event is part of The Discovery in the Garden Tour and is a benefit for The Discovery Museum and Planetarium. The luncheon is very popular and tickets are limited on the day of the event. 11:30 - 2:00
The charming Discovery in the Garden Boutique features the finest items from distinctive merchants and one-of-a-kind artisans. Items range from vintage accessories and gift items to jewelry, stationery, custom belts and gifts for your garden. This year’s boutique is has greatly expanded at our new larger venue at the Greenfield Congregational Church to include many more top notch vendors. 9:00 - 4:00
Connecticut Orchid Society Sale on the grounds of Greenfield Hill Congregational Church. 9:00 - 4:00
Saturday, June 5
from 6:30 pm to 9:00 pm
Moonlight in the Garden, a celebratory evening in the elegant gardens of a gorgeous estate on Greenfield Hill. Enjoy delicious hors d'oeuvres, great jazz, silent and live auction. All to benefit the science education mission of The Discovery Museum and Planetarium. Ticket prices begin at $100. For more information, contact Donna Curran, Director of Development, The Discovery Museum (203) 372-3521 x 123.
Discovery in the Garden Tours are self guided tours. Tickets unfold to show a map of the garden tour area, and directional signs are out on June 4th to assist visitors in locating the gardens. Guests may choose to start at any of the gardens or at the boutique and luncheon at Greenfield Hill Congregational Church.
Gardens are signed as House #1, 2, 3, 4 and 5. Brief descriptions are included in the ticket. Programs with detailed descriptions are available at each of the houses and at Greenfield Hill Congregational Church. Garden hostesses who are familiar with the gardens will be on site to answer questions. 10:00 - 4:00
The Discovery in the Garden Catered Luncheon will take place this year on the lawns of Greenfield Hill Congregational Church adjacent to The Discovery in the Garden boutique. The menu includes a variety of wraps, salads, beverages and cookies. The event is part of The Discovery in the Garden Tour and is a benefit for The Discovery Museum and Planetarium. The luncheon is very popular and tickets are limited on the day of the event. 11:30 - 2:00
The charming Discovery in the Garden Boutique features the finest items from distinctive merchants and one-of-a-kind artisans. Items range from vintage accessories and gift items to jewelry, stationery, custom belts and gifts for your garden. This year’s boutique is has greatly expanded at our new larger venue at the Greenfield Congregational Church to include many more top notch vendors. 9:00 - 4:00
Connecticut Orchid Society Sale on the grounds of Greenfield Hill Congregational Church. 9:00 - 4:00
Saturday, June 5
from 6:30 pm to 9:00 pm
Moonlight in the Garden, a celebratory evening in the elegant gardens of a gorgeous estate on Greenfield Hill. Enjoy delicious hors d'oeuvres, great jazz, silent and live auction. All to benefit the science education mission of The Discovery Museum and Planetarium. Ticket prices begin at $100. For more information, contact Donna Curran, Director of Development, The Discovery Museum (203) 372-3521 x 123.
The Garden Tour will be held rain or shine.
Thank you to the many volunteers who have made this tour possible and to the photographers who graciously have agreed to share their photos of the event with us.
We are especially grateful to the homeowners of our very special gardens.
Many thanks to this year’s Garden Tour Sponsors:
The Hatfield Insurance Agency
The Hollingsworth Family
Pullman & Comley LLC
