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Tuesday Tea: "Derby Tea" - SOLD OUT

May 13, 2008
Horse racing fans will enjoy the festivities of this tea celebrating the Kentucky Derby and Preakness Day. Enjoy specialty teas, gourmet scones, finger sandwiches, and an array of scrumptious desserts in the Magnolia Room or on the Garden veranda (weather permitting). Tea time is 3:00 p.m. the second Tuesday of each month. Price for GWG Members is $15 and Non-Members $18 (plus applicable tax). Seating is very limited so make your reservations early by purchasing tickets online or by calling 501-262-9300/800-366-4664.
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Books and Butterflies - Meet the Author

May 17, 2008
Butterfly lovers won't want to miss this opportunity to meet and greet Lori A. Spencer, author of the book Arkansas Butterflies and Moths. The professional entomologist, lepidopterist, and interpreter will be in the Pratt Welcome Center from 10:00 a.m. until 4:00 p.m. to share her love of butterflies and to sign copies of her 300 page guide book. A powerpoint presentation is planned for 10:00 a.m. A limited supply of her books will be on hand for purchase.
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Iris and Mushrooms

May 22, 2008
Exploring the intricate makings of a beautiful garden is the aim of a series of free workshops being held in the Gardens' Magnolia Room through November.

Iris, morning session: 9-11 a.m. Presenter: Karen Johnson
Mushrooms, afternoon session: 1-3:30 p.m. Presenter: Jay Justice

The workshop is free of charge to GWG members or those previously registered as volunteers at the Gardens. The public will be subject to Garden Admission fees, which are $8.00 for adults, $7.00 for seniors. Space is limited. Register today by calling the Gardens’ administration office at (501) 262-9300 or (800) 366-4664. Don't forget to bring a sack lunch!
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Coleus and Hydrangeas

June 3, 2008
Exploring the intricate makings of a beautiful garden is the aim of a series of free workshops being held in the Gardens' Magnolia Room through November.

Coleus, morning session: 9-11 a.m. Presenter: Larry Averill
Hydrangeas, afternoon session: 1-3:30 p.m. Presenter: Bob Byers

The workshop is free of charge to GWG members or those previously registered as volunteers at the Gardens. The public will be subject to Garden Admission fees, which are $8.00 for adults, $7.00 for seniors. Space is limited. Register today by calling the Gardens’ administration office at (501) 262-9300 or (800) 366-4664. Don't forget to bring a sack lunch!
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Garvan Woodland Gardens
550 Arkridge Road - P.O. Box 22240
Hot Springs National Park, AR 71913
800-366-4664 or 501-262-9300
gardeninfo@garvangardens.org

Hours of Operation

Joy Manning Scott Full Moon Bridge

Carter Gate

Garvan Woodland Gardens is open 7 days a week:

Winter Hours: January - Closed February 1 - March 31 (10:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.)
Spring/Summer Hours: April 1 - September 30 (9:00 a.m. - 8:00 p.m.)
Fall Hours: October 1 - November 21 (10:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.)
Holiday Lights Hours: November 22 - December 31 (12 noon - 9:00 p.m.) *Note: Special admission rates apply at 5:00 p.m. when lights are switched on.
The Garden is CLOSED Thanksgiving Day, Christmas Day, New Year's Day, and the entire month of January.

Miniature Model Railroad Garden Hours:

Feb. 20th - Mar. 19th:
Saturday and Sunday only, 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.

Mar. 23rd - May 28th:
Thursday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday only 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.

May 29th - Sept. 4th:
Everyday 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.

Prices:

Adults: $8.00

Seniors:
(ages 55 and older) $7.00

Children:
(ages 6 to 12) $4.00

5 and under: Free

*Holiday Lights Admission is $5.50 for Adults, $3.50 for Children 6 to 12, and Children 5 and under are Free. DISCOUNT COUPON DOES NOT APPLY DURING HOLIDAY LIGHTS.

Directions

From Rt. 270/MLK Ex-Way - take the #7 exit (Carpenter Dam Rd), go 3.5 miles. Turn RIGHT on Arkridge Rd., go 1 mile to Garden entrance.

From Malvern Ave/Rd - Take Carpenter Dam Rd. (Rt. 128) SOUTH 5 miles. Turn RIGHT on Arkridge Rd. Go 1 mile to Garden entrance.

From Rt. 7 SOUTH - Turn EAST/LEFT on Hwy. 290. Go 6.5 miles. Turn LEFT on Carpenter Dam Rd. (Rt. 128). Go 1-2 blocks, Turn LEFT on Arkridge Rd. Go 1 mile to Garden entrance.

From I-30 - Take Exit #97. Follow Lake Catherine State Park signs. Take Rt. 171 WEST to Rt. 290 WEST (TO HOT SPRINGS). Go 3.5 miles to Carpenter Dam Rd. Turn RIGHT. Go 1-2 blocks to Arkridge Rd. (first LEFT). Go 1 mile to Garden entrance.

Group Rates Available

* Note: To receive the group admission price, you must reserve your group with Robin Steigler or 501-262-9609. *NOTE: We consider a group as 20 or more people. If you do not have 20 or more, regular admission is charged and you can pay upon your visit.

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Mailing Address:
P.0. Box 22240
Hot Springs, Arkansas 71903

Garden Address:
550 Arkridge Road
Hot Springs, Arkansas 71913

Administration Office:
540 Arkridge Road
Hot Springs, Arkansas 71913
800-366-4664 • 501-262-9300
501-262-9301 (fax)

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