Garvan Woodland Gardens
located in Hot Springs National Park, Arkansas
This was originally developed by Verna Cook Garvan in 1956 as a garden and possible residence. In her lifetime she planted thousands of flowers, trees and shrubs including roses, camellias, magnolias and azaleas. Today the University of Arkansas owns and operates the facilities on the 210 acres.
Some of the different areas of the garden include the Hixson Family nature preserve (featuring over 70 different species of birds and an observation deck), the Evans Children's Adventure Garden (under construction - will include a 400 foot elevated boardwalk over a waterfall, mazes, treehouses, caves and climbing stones), the Japanese garden of Pine Wind (featuring the Joy Manning Scott Full Moon Bridge, arches, springs, ponds and ornamental stone in addition to wonderful Japanese maples and tree peonies), the amazing Weyerhaeuser Bonsai Garden with various specimens, Dierks Promenade, and the Singing Springs Gorge and Millsap Canopy Bridge.
Garvan Woodland Gardens is a popular place for weddings, which are typically held in the Anthony Chapel, the Garvan Pavillion, Edmondson Great Lawn, Klipsch Amphitheatre or Pratt Welcome Center. The number of guests for each of the locations ranges from under 100 to 500. Their website has a detailed listing of the facilities available, fees, and other considerations.
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Gardens To See provides the latest travel and tourist information for public and private gardens around the world, but it is subject to change and difficult to maintain. If you have further information or pictures you would like to add, contact us.
Please make sure to call the garden in advance to check for changes in times and availablity. Some gardens have seasonal hours only.
located in Hot Springs National Park, Arkansas
This was originally developed by Verna Cook Garvan in 1956 as a garden and possible residence. In her lifetime she planted thousands of flowers, trees and shrubs including roses, camellias, magnolias and azaleas. Today the University of Arkansas owns and operates the facilities on the 210 acres.
Some of the different areas of the garden include the Hixson Family nature preserve (featuring over 70 different species of birds and an observation deck), the Evans Children's Adventure Garden (under construction - will include a 400 foot elevated boardwalk over a waterfall, mazes, treehouses, caves and climbing stones), the Japanese garden of Pine Wind (featuring the Joy Manning Scott Full Moon Bridge, arches, springs, ponds and ornamental stone in addition to wonderful Japanese maples and tree peonies), the amazing Weyerhaeuser Bonsai Garden with various specimens, Dierks Promenade, and the Singing Springs Gorge and Millsap Canopy Bridge.
Garvan Woodland Gardens is a popular place for weddings, which are typically held in the Anthony Chapel, the Garvan Pavillion, Edmondson Great Lawn, Klipsch Amphitheatre or Pratt Welcome Center. The number of guests for each of the locations ranges from under 100 to 500. Their website has a detailed listing of the facilities available, fees, and other considerations.
No Current News
Arkansas Arboretum
Arkansas State Capitol Rose Garden
Blue Spring Heritage Center
Botanical Garden of the Ozarks
Compton Gardens
Garvan Woodland Gardens
Peel Mansion Museum and Gardens
South Arkansas Arboretum
View all gardens in Arkansas
Address:
550 Arkridge Road
P.O. Box 22240
Hot Springs National Park, AR 71913
Hours & Times:
7 days a week
Apr 1-Oct 31: 9am-6pm
Nov 1-Mar 31: 10am-5pm
Closed: Thanksgiving, Xmas, New Year's Day
Admission:
Adults: $8.00
Seniors (55+): $7.00
Children (6-12): $4.00
Under 5: Free
Phone:
(800) 366-4664 or (501) 262-9300
Visit the Official Website
550 Arkridge Road
P.O. Box 22240
Hot Springs National Park, AR 71913
Hours & Times:
7 days a week
Apr 1-Oct 31: 9am-6pm
Nov 1-Mar 31: 10am-5pm
Closed: Thanksgiving, Xmas, New Year's Day
Admission:
Adults: $8.00
Seniors (55+): $7.00
Children (6-12): $4.00
Under 5: Free
Phone:
(800) 366-4664 or (501) 262-9300
Visit the Official Website
Gardens To See provides the latest travel and tourist information for public and private gardens around the world, but it is subject to change and difficult to maintain. If you have further information or pictures you would like to add, contact us.
Please make sure to call the garden in advance to check for changes in times and availablity. Some gardens have seasonal hours only.
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