Rose Weekend
America’s oldest public rose garden celebrates its 122nd anniversary June 20-21.
Rose Weekend
Join us for free educational and family-friendly activities while showcasing the Helen S Kaman Rose Garden at the peak of its seasonal beauty. All Rose Weekend events are FREEÂ and open to the public.
SATURDAY, JUNE 20
All Day | Plein-air Painters in the Park | Throughout Gardens
10 AM to 2 PM Â | Horticultural Gardens Open Garden | Horticultural Gardens
10 AM to 2 PM Â | Putnam Greenhouse Open House | Putnam Greenhouse
10 AM | Park History and Grounds Tour with David Wilson | Meet at Flag Pole
11 AM | Rose Garden Tour with Director of Gardens & Grounds Mark Gutzmer | Meet at Flag Pole
1 PM | Perennial Garden Tour with Director of Gardens & Grounds Mark Gutzmer and Head Grower Ash Pierce | Meet at Flag Pole
6 to 8 PMÂ | POETS IN THE PARK | John G. Martin Foundation Stage
- Pat Hale – 6:15 pm
- Debora Kuan – 7 pm
The Poetry Readings are sponsored by the Friends & Enemies of Wallace Stevens
SUNDAY, JUNE 21
10 AM to 2 PM Â | Horticultural Gardens Open Garden | Horticultural Gardens
10 AM to 2 PM Â | Putnam Greenhouse Open House | Putnam Greenhouse
11 AM | Rose Garden Tour with Director of Gardens & Grounds Mark Gutzmer | Meet at Flag Pole
1 PM | Perennial Garden Tour with Director of Gardens & Grounds Mark Gutzmer and Head Grower Ash Pierce | Meet at Flag Pole