Annapolis Secret Garden Tour
This weekend is the 10th anniverary of the Hammond-Harwood House Secret Garden Tour in Annapolis.
More than a dozen gardens will be open from 1 to 5 p.m. on Saturday and Sunday, including the historic museum house gardens of the Hammond-Harwood House, for which this tour is a benefit.
The tour begins at the Hammond-Harwood House, a Palladian mansion built in 1774 described as the jewel of Annapolis, with the first floor on view as well as the gardens.
The Historic District and State Circle gardens will be featured this year. Other featured gardens will be concealed, ecofriendly gardens sheltered and hidden down private lanes and in alleyways, in charming and intimate outdoor spaces.
Tickets are $25 in advance and $30 on the days of the event. They can be purchased by calling 410-263-4683, ext. 14.
Parking is available on the street and in Hillman Parking Garage at 150 Gorman Street and Gotts Court Parking Garage at 25 Northwest Street, both within easy walking distance of the Hammond-Harwood House, which is located on the southeast corner of Maryland Avenue and King George Street.
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Great tour, I'm sure.
Is it the Hammond-Harwood house gardens that were restored in the 1970s? I remember one historic site where the gardens were being dug up by archaeologists.
Maybe it was the Paca house?
I think it was the Paca House, but I could be wrong....Susan
Posted by: Lazy Gardens | June 3, 2010 12:15 PM