Join members from around the state for Open Garden #2 of 2025!  These two gardens are close together, but not within walking distance.

10:00 – 11:00 a.m. –  Take a self-guided tour of Barbara Furey’s Garden in Rockport.  Situated on 12 acres, it was mostly a blank canvas when she and her husband moved there in 1962.  Now, 63 years later, you’ll see what was accomplished!  Barbara loves color – no all white gardens!  Each small garden has its own personality.

11:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. – Barbara will share the story of her gardens and how they evolved over time.

12:00 – 1:00 p.m. – Merryspring Nature Center  30 Conway Road, Camden
Bring your own lunch!  There is seating for 30, but bring a folding chair to be sure to get a seat.

Merryspring Nature Center is a 66-acre nature center founded in 1974, by Mary Ellen Ross. It is a nonprofit, member supported organization open daily from dawn to dusk. There are perennial gardens, an herb garden, a native species garden, a vernal pool, a fairy village, and 4 miles of trails through meadows and forest. They offer many educational talks, classes, and workshops throughout the year.

1 – 3:00 p.m. – Flower arranging demonstration by John Fromer, Director, followed by tour of their wonderful gardens.

No registration is required, however, a $10 donation is suggested.