Seaside Vacations

Anne White is presenting two classes beginning next week at the Elizabethan Gardens. Known for her informative and engaging teaching style, Mrs. White has enlightened volunteers and delighted visitors to The Gardens for more than a decade with her tours and educational programs.  Persons interested in attending the sessions listed below may register by calling 252-473-3234.

March 31  9am-12 noon

Historical Perspectives from The Elizabethan Era

Spring Programs designed to reveal a new way of looking at this beautiful public garden, a significant destination and a haven for locals and visitors alike. Each class is included with general admission fee or free for Friends of the Elizabethan Gardens – a way to enhance your visits while using your annual pass. Second Program is April 7th. Program Topics: A Garden Shaped by History; Tough Times on Roanoke Island, Myth and Art in a Garden Setting; Renaissance Design Revealed. Herbs for Your Health. There are so many wonderful stories to tell – you don’t want to miss this event! The Shakespeare herb garden connects us to beneficial ideas from the past. 9am-12pm Dress for the weather outside as narrated tour on topic of the day is part of the program. Reserve our motorized chair for touring Garden if needed when you call to register.

April 07
The Elizabethan Gardens Today and Tomorrow: Docent Training
Spring Programs designed to reveal a new way of looking at this beautiful public garden, a significant destination and a haven for locals and visitors alike. Each class is included with general admission fee or free for Friends of the Elizabethan Gardens – a way to enhance your visits while using your annual pass. Program Topics: Our Green Guidelines for Biodiversity in a small Garden, Plants for the Planet and for The Outer Banks, for Future Careers and for Environmental Solutions. How will our Garden Grow – a Plan for Sustainability. A society disconnected from nature is without understanding of the processes that sustain life. Knowledge of the awesome miracles of mother nature will be shared through readings, photos, commentary. Learn how maintenance of The Gardens creates multiple layers rich in living things. Dress for the weather outside as narrated tour on topic of the day is part of the program. 9 am – 12 pm Reserve our motorized chair for touring Garden if needed when you call to register.