History Walk. Join Allen Riddick, Aiken’s own local historian, for a walk back in time to Aiken in the age of the Winter Colony (late 1800s). Learn about Hopelands Gardens and Rye Patch, the historic properties, and the families (Rogerses and Iselins) who owned them. The walk is cancelled if inclement weather occurs. Please meet […]
Trees are our Friends. Walk through Hopelands Gardens with Aaron Campbell, City of Aiken Horticulturist and Arborist. View and learn about the extensive collection of trees, many planted by Hope Goddard Iselin in the early 1900s. Discover the importance of trees to our gardens and ourselves. Look for the Arboretum Trail! Please meet in front […]
History Walk. Join Allen Riddick, Aiken’s own local historian, for a walk back in time to Aiken in the age of the Winter Colony (late 1800s). Learn about Hopelands Gardens and Rye Patch, the historic properties, and the families (Rogerses and Iselins) who owned them. The walk is cancelled if inclement weather occurs. Please meet […]
Be Kind to Snakes. Snakes are probably the most misunderstood species in the animal world. They have been cast as villains, evil creatures and myths surround them. After the talk, we’ll take a short walk in Hopelands to see if we can find a few reptiles that call the Gardens home. Please meet in the […]
Join Michaela, Greenhouse Manager of Cold Creek Nursery, for a demonstration class. You’ll learn the art of crafting a beautiful holiday wreath using fresh, foraged greenery. She will guide you through the steps of selecting, arranging and securing the greens to create a natural holiday wreath. Please meet in the Guest Cottage located next to […]