An American Celebration

Join us on July 4 for a day of special programming to celebrate America's 250th birthday!

10:15AM - Our regular Daily Garden Tour.

11AM - PBS's Mary Ann Esposito will talk about the Italian American Immigrant experience and how Italian culture, cuisine, plants and gardens helped to shape much of what we think of as American today. Learn Mary Ann's favorite foods to grow in your garden with excerpts from her newest cookbook: Ciao Italia: Plant. Harvest. Cook!

Mary Ann Esposito is the author of 14 books on the art of regional Italian cooking. She has taught millions of fans how to cook delicious, authentic dishes on her PBS show Ciao Italia! Through Ciao Italia and appearances on programs including The Today Show, the Food Network, Discovery Channel, Fox, RAI International, The Victory Garden, and many others, she has been able to share traditional Italian cooking, history and culture with audiences around the world. Mary Ann has also worked beside world-renowned chefs like Julia Childs and Jacques Pepin. Find out more about Mary Ann and her books at https://www.ciaoitalia.com/

1PM - The Founding Plants of America. Join Bedrock Gardens Executive Director John Forti for a special walking tour of the gardens featuring the native and heirloom plants that help to shape our American landscapes and spirit.

John is a nationally recognized lecturer, garden historian, ethnobotanist and garden writer including the much-loved book, The Heirloom Gardener.

ALL-DAY OPPORTUNITIES

Take Our Garden Arts Tour!
As part of their admission fee, visitors can follow a free audio walking tour of the gardens at their own pace. They can also enjoy a newly launched print catalog of the various artworks featured throughout the gardens, detailing their origins and meanings.

Habitat Explorer Map for Families
Grab our self-guided activity map of the gardens and see what you can find as you explore the gardens together. Perfect for kids 12 and under.

TICKETS

No pre-registration is needed to attend. Member admission is free; non-members can purchase a General Admission ticket on Eventbrite or at the Visitor's Kiosk for $15. Children 12 and under are free. We look forward to seeing you in the Gardens!