- Massachusetts Horticultural Society
While there may still be a little snow left in Massachusetts, spring is well on its way. One of the best gardens to visit in the spring and summer is The Massachusetts Horticultural Society at Elm Bank in Wellesley, Massachusetts.
“Massachusetts Horticultural Society’s 36-acre hands-on Gardens at Elm Bank offers adults and children the opportunity to experience, enjoy and learn about plants and the environment. The site includes various garden spaces from the historic Italianate Garden to the educational New England Trial Garden to the whimsical Weezie’s Garden for Children. Several plant societies and garden clubs have also installed permanent demonstration and display gardens at Elm Bank.”
The grounds are open daily from 8:00 a.m. to dusk and are free to members. The entrance fee for non-members is $5 per adult. Children under 17 may enter the gardens at no charge when accompanied by an adult.
For more information or to purchase a membership, click on Massachusetts Horticultural Society
- deCordova Sculpture Park
The deCordova Sculpture Park and Museum features 35 acres of gardens and contemporary sculpture. Located in Lincoln Massachusestts, the wooded environment makes a beautiful backdrop for the numerous outdoor pieces. The seasonal changes that come with the weather in the Northeast means that the sculpture park is in a constant state of visual change.
The gardens consist of numerous grasses, shrubs, tiger lillies and various other plants. Sculptures consist of natural materials like stone and wood as well as man made materials like metal and rubber tires. The indoor museum features more sculpture, mixed media, paintings and drawings. For those interested in further immersion there are several courses available, taught by local artists.
For directions, hours and more information click on deCordova Museum.