Celebrating Wharf Rat Rally - Hawg Wild in the Gardens!

Calling all Wharf Rats! Labour Day Weekend brings the much anticipated annual Wharf Rat Rally, Sept 1-6, a gathering of motorcyclists and motorcycle enthusiasts in Digby, Nova Scotia.

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Gardens a TripAdvisor Favourite!

Historic Gardens rate among the Top 3 attractions in Nova Scotia according to TripAdvisor! The Gardens have been moving steadily upward in TripAdvisor rankings, today hitting #3 of 144 NS attractions. Visitors continue to be enthralled with the Gardens, causing a lot of positive 'word of mouth' PR. Congrats to staff and volunteers for making the Historic Gardens a "Must See" in Nova Scotia!

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Five Century House Tour

FIVE-CENTURY HOUSE TOUR IN CANADA’S OLDEST TOWN! This summer’s “must attend” event for house and history buffs alike takes place on Saturday, August 28th in Annapolis Royal. It’s the FIVE-CENTURY HOUSE TOUR, a major fundraiser for the Annapolis Heritage Society and the Annapolis Royal Historic Gardens.

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It's a GIRL... and another one too!

Monarch Butterflies emerge at Historic Gardens! - Staff at the Historic Gardens have had the privilege of being guardians to 3 monarch caterpillars as they go through their metamorphosis... and the first two have recently emerged as stunning butterflies!

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Photo Contest & Exhibit

Calling All Shutterbugs! We are hosting our 5th annual photography contest and exhibit to provide the public with a chance to showcase their love for the Gardens! The exhibit is open to anyone who wishes to show off their artwork and skills. The contest is open to amateur photographers who have taken photographs of the Gardens throughout its existence. We are very excited to start receiving entries and all photographs must be given to the Gardens office by Tuesday, August 10th 2010. Judging will take place Friday, August 13th, and the exhibit will be on display from August 13th to August 22nd. Whether you are inspired by the roses, lilies, or Acadian House, grab a camera and start taking pictures! We want to see the Gardens' beauty through your eyes. Please visit the Gardens Gift Shop to pick up an entry form, and call 532-7018 or email us at admin@historicgardens.com for more information.

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Art in the Gardens - Inspiring!

Art in the Gardens – Inspiring! It’s hard to imagine how one could improve upon the award-winning Historic Gardens in Annapolis Royal… until you take a tour of the 2010 Garden Sculptures now on display throughout the gardens and see in person how artwork can enhance it’s surroundings.

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Wine & Roses - A unique garden experience!

Wine & Roses: a unique experience at the Historic Gardens July 9!

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House & Garden Tour July 3

House & Garden Tour July 3: Join us in historic Annapolis Royal as the community showcases some of its unique gardens and houses in a special House & Garden Tour to be held on Saturday, July 3.

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Historic Gardens announces 2010 Rose Festival

Rose Festival: Many people may not realize that Annapolis Royal is home to one of the largest Rose Collections in Canada. It’s true – the community’s Historic Gardens boast a rose garden with thousands of blossoms to delight visitors… a true feast for the senses!

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Historic Gardens Receives Award

Board & Staff at the Historic Gardens were honoured to receive the "Fundy Shore & Annapolis Valley 2010 Award" recently from Destination SouthWest Nova, recognizing the value of the Gardens to Nova Scotia.

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