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A vibrant garden with pink flowers, neatly trimmed hedges, a pergola, and a solitary tree with a mountain backdrop under a clear blue sky.

Morning in the Formal Garden

Events at Hildene 

Event Info

  Upcoming: July 12, 2025

  10:00 AM - 11:00 AM

All upcoming dates:

  • Saturday July 12, 2025
  • Saturday August 9, 2025
  • Saturday September 13, 2025

Enjoy a morning stroll through the flower gardens of Hildene with a horticulturist. Learn a little bit about the history of the Formal Garden and beyond, along with current ecological gardening techniques. Ask your gardening questions while exploring the formal garden, pollinator gardens, and cutting & kitchen gardens. Free with admission. All guests must check in at the Welcome Center to pay admission or pick up their member stickers. Meet under the awning at the back of the Lincoln family’s home. Rain or shine.

Note: This event will be held on the 2nd Saturday of each month, June - September. 6/14, 7/12, 8/9, 9/13.

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