2008 Press Releases
NJ Botanical Garden Holiday Open House at Skylands Manor -- Dec. 4 - 7
Historic Skylands Manor in the New Jersey State Botanical Garden will be filled with an extravagant display of holiday décor during NJBG's spectacular annual Holiday Open House from December 4 through December 7, 2008.
Skylands Manor, a 45-room Tudor-style country estate built in the early 1920's, features many fine historic architectural elements and is an elegant backdrop for this celebration of the season. In keeping the botanical surroundings, the lush holiday décor features abundant live and dried plants and flowers, richly decorated trees, and elegant appointments, as well as displays created with youngsters in mind.
The decorating theme is different each year, so each year the Manor has a very different look. For 2008, we will capture all the hope and joy of the holiday season in "A Traditional Holiday." Individual rooms are decorated by scores of volunteers from northern New Jersey garden clubs, Master Gardener programs, local companies and NJBG members. NJBG/Skylands Association, the non-profit member organization of volunteers which supports the garden, sponsors this annual event.
Daytime tours of the NJBG Holiday Open House are available Thursday through Sunday, December 4 - 7, 2008, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Admission is $8 for adults, $7 for seniors, $5 for children 6-12, and free for children under six. No babystrollers, please. Group tours are also available by appointment. The last tour begins at 4:00 p.m.
Evening 'Champagne and Candlelight' Receptions are also available on Thursday through Sunday evenings, Dec. 4 - 7, 2008, from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. During these special evening showings, the Manor will be yours for leisurely enjoyment with champagne, light refreshments and valet parking. Tickets are $30 and reservations are required. To reserve tickets, please call 973-962-9534 or visit our website at www.njbg.org.
NJBG is located on Morris Road in Ringwood, NJ. The NJ Botanical Garden is open daily from 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. Admission to the Garden is always free. Call (973) 962-9534 or visit www.njbg.org for more information on NJBG events, directions, membership, and volunteer opportunities.
Originally assembled from pioneer farmsteads of the 1890s, The New Jersey Botanical Garden has a venerable history. In 1922, Clarence McKenzie Lewis, an investment banker and trustee of the New York Botanical Garden purchased the property and original Victorian mansion from Francis Lynde Stetson. Over the next three decades, Mr. Lewis built the current 45-room Tudor manor house and transformed Skylands into a botanical showplace, engaging prominent landscape architects to design the grounds and collecting plants from all over the world.
In 1966, the State of New Jersey purchased the 1,117 acres of Skylands as the state's first acquisition under the "Green Acres" preservation program. Governor Thomas Kean designated the central 96 acres surrounding the manor house as the State's official Botanical Garden in 1984. The gardens contain many unique features, including an extensive collection of statuary, historic trees, formal annual garden, perennial beds and an heirloom collection of lilacs.
Since 1976, NJBG/Skylands Association, an incorporated, member-supported non-profit organization, has worked with the State to preserve and protect Skylands and its historic structures. NJBG sponsors programs, concerts and events throughout the year at the Botanical Garden. Guided tours of the gardens are offered on Sundays at 2 p.m., May through the end of October, weather permitting, and Manor House tours are offered on the first Sunday of each month.
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New Jersey Botanical Garden Holds Wreath-Making Workshops on Nov. 22
NJBG will sponsor two hands-on Wreath-Making Workshops at the New Jersey State Botanical Garden, on Saturday, November 22 at 10 a.m. and 1 p.m. The workshops are an annual tradition at NJBG.
In these two workshops you'll learn how to assemble and decorate holiday wreaths to grace your home, using a variety of fresh and dried plant materials. You'll make two wreaths, one for use at NJBG's Holiday Open House and one to take home with you. All materials are provided, but bring clippers, gloves and any special ribbon you might wish to use. Fees are $25 for NJBG members and $30 for non-members. For more information and to reserve your spot in the workshop, please call 973-962-9534.
NJBG is located on Morris Road in Ringwood, NJ. Call (973) 962-9534 or visit www.njbg.org for more information on NJBG, membership, volunteer opportunities, events or directions. The NJ Botanical Garden is open daily from 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. Admission to the Garden is always free; parking is also free in the autumn, winter and spring.
Originally assembled from pioneer farmsteads of the 1890s, The New Jersey Botanical Garden has a venerable history. In 1922, Clarence McKenzie Lewis, an investment banker and trustee of the New York Botanical Garden purchased the property and original Victorian mansion from Francis Lynde Stetson. Over the next three decades, Mr. Lewis built the current 45-room Tudor manor house and transformed Skylands into a botanical showplace, engaging prominent landscape architects to design the grounds and collecting plants from all over the world.
In 1966, the State of New Jersey purchased the 1,117 acres of Skylands as the state's first acquisition under the "Green Acres" preservation program. Governor Thomas Kean designated the central 96 acres surrounding the manor house as the State's official Botanical Garden in 1984. The gardens contain many unique features, including an extensive collection of statuary, historic trees, formal annual garden, perennial beds and an heirloom collection of lilacs.
Since 1976, NJBG/Skylands Association, an incorporated, member-supported non-profit organization, has worked with the State to preserve and protect Skylands and its historic structures. NJBG sponsors programs, concerts and special events throughout the year at the Botanical Garden. Guided tours of the gardens are offered on Sundays at 2 p.m., May through the end of October, weather permitting.
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NJBG Presents an Autumn Walk on November 15
As part of its 'Garden Saturday' series, NJBG will sponsor an Autumn Walk at the New Jersey State Botanical Garden, on Saturday, November 15, at 10 a.m. A $3 donation is requested.
Explore the Garden's trails while you enjoy the crisp fall air and the rustle of autumn leaves. The walk will last about 2 hours; it will be a moderate hike but will include some ups-ands-downs and uneven terrain. Great for children ages 6 and up. Bring water and wear sturdy, comfortable shoes. Meet at the Carriage House Visitor Center. Steady rain cancels.
The Botanical Garden and the hills surrounding it are bright with the last of the colorful autumn leaves this time of year. All around, acorns and seeds are ripening, and and the Garden's many plants and animals are settling down for a winter's nap. A hike in autumn is a wonderful perspective on nature and the cycle of life, and a fun, healthy way to enjoy the great outdoors before winter closes in.
The New Jersey State Botanical Garden at Skylands, which appears on both the State and National Registers of Historic Places, is open from 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. every day of the year. Admission to the Garden is always free; parking is also free in the autumn, winter and spring.
In 1966, the State of New Jersey purchased the 1,117 acres of Skylands, a former country estate and the state's first acquisition under the "Green Acres" preservation program. Governor Thomas Kean designated the central 96 acres surrounding the manor house as the State's official botanical garden in 1984.
Since 1976, NJBG/Skylands Association, an incorporated, member-supported non-profit organization of volunteers, has worked with the State to preserve and protect Skylands and its historic structures. NJBG sponsors programs, concerts and special events throughout the year at the Botanical Garden.
NJBG/Skylands is located on Morris Road in Ringwood, New Jersey. For an event schedule, membership brochure, directions or more information, please call 973-962-9534 or visit www.njbg.org.
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NJBG Daffodil Planting -- October 25, 2008
Event rescheduled to November 1 due to rain.
NJBG volunteers will work with the Garden's expert staff on Saturday, October 25, from 10 a.m. to noon, to plant hundreds of daffodils (narcissus) in the New Jersey State Botanical Garden. Bring the family and help us make a colorful display for all Garden visitors to enjoy. It's also a great place to get answers to your questions about spring bulbs in your own garden.
This mass bulb planting will enhance the lovely ribbon of daffodils which blooms in late April along the edge of the Great Lawn, always an early and welcome sign of spring. These deer-resistant beauties return year after year in vibrant displays of yellow, orange, salmon and white, and make a fine addition to any garden.
Bring gloves and a trowel if you have them, and wear sturdy shoes. No experience is necessary, and children are welcome. Meet on the Great Lawn behind the Carriage House. Rain date: November 1, 10 a.m.-noon.
NJBG holds hands-on workshops throughout the growing season, working with many different plants under expert guidance. Be sure to check next year's calendar for workshops on lilacs, hosta, perennials, wildflowers, and much more.
The New Jersey State Botanical Garden at Skylands, which appears on both the State and National Registers of Historic Places, is open from 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. every day of the year. Admission to the Garden is always free; parking is also free in fall, winter and spring.
NJBG/Skylands is located on Morris Road in Ringwood, New Jersey. For an event schedule, membership brochure, directions or more information, please call 973-962-9534 or visit www.njbg.org.
In 1966, the State of New Jersey purchased the 1,117 acres of Skylands, a former country estate and the state's first acquisition under the "Green Acres" preservation program. Governor Thomas Kean designated the central 96 acres surrounding the manor house as the State's official botanical garden in 1984.
Since 1976, NJBG/Skylands Association, an incorporated, member-supported non-profit organization of volunteers, has worked with the State to preserve and protect Skylands and its historic structures. NJBG sponsors programs, concerts and events throughout the year at the Botanical Garden.
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CAPTION: Bulb planting day at the New Jersey State Botanical Garden will be on Saturday, Nov. 1, from 10am-noon. Volunteers will plant hundreds of daffodils (narcissus) under expert staff guidance, to create a brilliant display of color next spring.
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NJBG Hosts Harvest Fest at the New Jersey State Botanical Garden
The seventh annual Fall Harvest Fest will take place at the New Jersey State Botanical Garden on Saturday, October 4 and Sunday, October 5 from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. NJBG/Skylands Association, the non-profit member organization that supports the Botanical Garden, sponsors this annual weekend packed with family fun.
Activities for visitors of all ages include hay rides, pumpkin painting, face painting, storytellers, environmental crafts, massages, free garden tours, and an autumn Mum sale. Don't forget to bring your camera, as there'll be lots of great photo ops, too!
For hungry guests, the Harvest Cafe will offer tasty fall treats and traditional Oktoberfest fare, and there'll be live music both days from 1 to 4 pm.. At the Beer-Tasting (adults only), you can buy a ticket to sample several different beers.
Free guided garden tours will be available each day at 1 p.m and 3 p.m. Guided tours of Skylands Manor will be available on Sunday only from 12 noon to 4 p.m.
The Botanical Garden, with all its glorious fall plantings and foliage, is open free of charge. Parking is also free. Proceeds from Harvest Fest activities benefit NJBG in its work improving the Botanical Garden.
NJBG is located on Morris Road in Ringwood State Park, Ringwood, NJ. Call 973-962-9534 or visit www.njbg.org for directions and any changes due to weather.
Originally assembled from pioneer farmsteads of the 1890s, The New Jersey Botanical Garden has a venerable history. In 1922, Clarence McKenzie Lewis, an investment banker and trustee of the New York Botanical Garden purchased the property and original Victorian mansion from Francis Lynde Stetson. Over the next three decades, Mr. Lewis built the current 45-room Tudor manor house and transformed Skylands into a botanical showplace, engaging prominent landscape architects to design the grounds and collecting plants from all over the world.
In 1966, the State of New Jersey purchased the 1,117 acres of Skylands as the state's first acquisition under the "Green Acres" preservation program. Governor Thomas Kean designated the central 96 acres surrounding the manor house as the State's official Botanical Garden in 1984. The gardens contain many unique features, including an extensive collection of statuary, historic trees, formal annual garden, perennial beds and an heirloom collection of lilacs.
Since 1976, NJBG/Skylands Association, an incorporated, member-supported non-profit organization of volunteers, has worked with the State to preserve and protect Skylands and its historic structures. NJBG receives no state funding. NJBG sponsors programs, concerts and events throughout the year at the Botanical Garden. Guided tours of the gardens are offered on Sundays at 2 p.m., May through the end of October, weather permitting, and Manor House tours are offered on the first Sunday of each month.
Call 973-962-9534 or visit www.njbg.org for more information on NJBG membership, volunteer opportunities, upcoming events or directions. The NJ Botanical Garden is open daily from 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. Admission to the Botanical Garden is free, and parking is free in the fall, winter and spring.
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CAPTION: The New Jersey Botanical Garden will host its seventh annual Fall Harvest Fest on October 4 and 5, 2008.
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NJBG Lilac Workshops -- September 20 and September 27, 2008
NJBG will sponsor two hands-on Lilac Workshops on Saturday, September 20 and September 27, from 9 am to 1 pm.. Members of NJBG's Lilac team will be in the Garden's extensive lilac collection both days to work on these sweet-smellng beauties. Join them for a great chance to learn by doing, and to get answers to any questions you may have.
NJBG volunteers work with expert curator Daniel Ryniec of the Brooklyn Botanic Garden to restore and improve the NJ Botanical Garden's renown lilac collection. This Garden's symphony of color and scent is at peak bloom throughout May and into early June.
The New Jersey State Botanical Garden at Skylands, which appears on both the State and National Registers of Historic Places, is open from 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. every day of the year. Admission to the Garden is always free; parking is also free in the fall, winter and spring.
In 1966, the State of New Jersey purchased the 1,117 acres of Skylands, a former country estate and the state's first acquisition under the "Green Acres" preservation program. Governor Thomas Kean designated the central 96 acres surrounding the manor house as the State's official Botanical Garden in 1984.
The NJ Botanical Garden is open daily from 8 a.m. to 8 p.m.., and admission to the Garden is always free. There is a $5-per-car parking charge on summer holidays and weekends (Saturdays and Sundays); weekday parking is free.
Since 1976, NJBG/Skylands Association, an incorporated, member-supported non-profit organization, has worked with the State to preserve and protect Skylands and its historic structures. NJBG sponsors programs, tours, concerts and fun public events throughout the year at the Botanical Garden.
Call 973-962-9534 or visit www.njbg.org for more information on NJBG, how to become a member, volunteer opportunities, events or directions.
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NJBG Summer Concert on August 22 with the 3M Band
On August 22, NJBG wraps up its annual Summer Concert Series at the New Jersey State Botanical Garden in Ringwood. Grab a lawn chair or blanket and come enjoy an evening of musical talent in magnificent and beautiful surroundings. Light refreshments are available. If the weather is bad, the concert is moved indoors into the Carriage House Visitor Center. The concert begins at 7:00 pm. NJBG requests a $3 per person donation.
On Friday, August 22, NJBG presents the 3M Band. Larry Morris, Bill Moen and Mike Morris make up the 3-M Band, playing guitar, bass and percussion. Formed in 1971, they all hail from Pompton Lakes. Their acoustical sounds are of the 60s and 70s with attention to harmonizing vocals, including the music of Crosby, Stills and Nash, Neil Young, Harry Chapin, Jimmy Buffet, Simon and Garfunkel and more. These are all lively sing-along songs, and the audience always joins in for a great time.
The concert is sponsored by Liberty Subaru.
In 1966, the State of New Jersey purchased the 1,117 acres of Skylands, a former country estate and the state's first acquisition under the "Green Acres" preservation program. Governor Thomas Kean designated the central 96 acres surrounding the manor house as the State's official Botanical Garden in 1984.
The NJ Botanical Garden is open daily from 8 a.m. to 8 p.m.., and admission to the Garden is always free. There is a $5-per-car parking charge on summer holidays and weekends (Saturdays and Sundays); weekday parking is free.
Since 1976, NJBG/Skylands Association, an incorporated, member-supported non-profit organization, has worked with the State to preserve and protect Skylands and its historic structures. NJBG sponsors programs, tours, concerts and fun public events throughout the year at the Botanical Garden.
Call 973-962-9534 or visit www.njbg.org for more information on NJBG, how to become a member, volunteer opportunities, events or directions.
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CAPTION: On Friday, August 22 at 7:00 pm, the 3M Band will bring the acoustical sounds of the 60s and 70s to life at the New Jersey Botanical Garden.
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PHOTO OP: Rolls Royce Owners Club at NJBG (with cars!) Sunday, Aug. 10
On Sunay, August 10 (rescheduled from Saturday, August 2), from 10am-2pm, the Rolls-Royce Owners Club/Atlantic Region will hold a gathering at the New Jersey Botanical Garden in Ringwood, with many fine cars available for viewing.
Members of the club are from the tri-state area, and there will be an estimated 40-50 fine cars on display, predominantly classic Rolls Royces and Bentleys. This RROC event is a concours, meaning the PMCs (i.e., proper motor cars) will be judged and awarded trophies later in the year.
To learn more about the RROC, please visit their website at www.rroc.org.
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NJBG Summer Concert on August 8 with Bob Leive and Lou Pollo
NJBG is again sponsoring its annual Summer Concert Series at the New Jersey State Botanical Garden in Ringwood. Grab a lawn chair or blanket and come enjoy a wide range of musical talent in magnificent and beautiful surroundings. Light refreshments are available. If the weather is bad, the concerts are moved indoors into the Carriage House Visitor Center. All concerts begin at 7:00 pm. NJBG requests a $3 per person donation.
On Friday, August 8, NJBG presents Bob Leive & Lou Pollo. Jazz, swing and familiar favorites are an NJBG tradition from this talented combo. Each year Bob Leive (of the Wooster Street Trolley) and Lou Pollo (of the Les Paul Trio) combine their talents to create an evening of musical magic especially for the NJBG Concert Series, often bringing along special guests to sit in. With the irrepressible Bob (trumpet and vocals) and Lou (guitar and vocals) in charge, you're guaranteed a fabulous concert of jazz, ragtime, swing era classics and contemporary favorites.
The concert is sponsored by Orly Steinberg of Coldwell Banker-Ringwood.
The final concert in the series is:
- August 22--3M Band
Details on the last concert may be found below in this press release.
In 1966, the State of New Jersey purchased the 1,117 acres of Skylands, a former country estate and the state's first acquisition under the "Green Acres" preservation program. Governor Thomas Kean designated the central 96 acres surrounding the manor house as the State's official Botanical Garden in 1984.
The NJ Botanical Garden is open daily from 8 a.m. to 8 p.m.., and admission to the Garden is always free. There is a $5-per-car parking charge on summer holidays and weekends (Saturdays and Sundays); weekday parking is free.
Since 1976, NJBG/Skylands Association, an incorporated, member-supported non-profit organization, has worked with the State to preserve and protect Skylands and its historic structures. NJBG sponsors programs, tours, concerts and fun public events throughout the year at the Botanical Garden.
Call 973-962-9534 or visit www.njbg.org for more information on NJBG, how to become a member, volunteer opportunities, events or directions.
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Details on other upcoming concerts:
Aug. 22 (Friday) 7p - 3M Band
Larry Morris, Bill Moen and Mike Morris make up the 3M Band, playing guitar, bass and percussion. Formed in 1971, they all hail from Pompton Lakes. Their acoustical sounds are of the 60s and 70s with attention to harmonizing vocals, including the music of Crosby, Stills and Nash, Neil Young, Harry Chapin, Jimmy Buffet, Simon and Garfunkel and more. These are all lively sing-along songs, and the audience always joins in for a great time.
Sponsored by Liberty Subaru.
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CAPTION: On Friday, August 8 at 7:00 pm, Bob Leive and Lou Pollo Bob Leive (of the Wooster Street Trolley) and Lou Pollo (of the Les Paul Trio) will combine their talents to create an evening of musical magic at the New Jersey Botanical Garden.
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NJBG Summer Concert on July 25 with the New York Exceptions
NJBG is again sponsoring its annual Summer Concert Series at the New Jersey State Botanical Garden in Ringwood. Grab a lawn chair or blanket and come enjoy a wide range of musical talent in magnificent and beautiful surroundings. Light refreshments are available. If the weather is bad, the concerts are moved indoors into the Carriage House Visitor Center. All concerts begin at 7:00 pm. NJBG requests a $3 per person donation.
On Friday, July 25, NJBG presents The New York Exceptions. Back on the NJBG stage by popular demand, the fabulous New York Exceptions will rock 'n roll you with all your favorite tunes from the 50's, 60's and 70's. This talented six-member group of Doo-Wop experts will offer up a delightful evening of summer fun.
The concert is sponsored by NJBG/Skylands Association.
Additional concerts in the series are:
- August 8--Bob Leive & Lou Pollo
- August 22--3M Band
Details on the remaining concerts may be found below in this press release.
In 1966, the State of New Jersey purchased the 1,117 acres of Skylands, a former country estate and the state's first acquisition under the "Green Acres" preservation program. Governor Thomas Kean designated the central 96 acres surrounding the manor house as the State's official Botanical Garden in 1984.
The NJ Botanical Garden is open daily from 8 a.m. to 8 p.m.., and admission to the Garden is always free. There is a $5-per-car parking charge on summer holidays and weekends (Saturdays and Sundays); weekday parking is free.
Since 1976, NJBG/Skylands Association, an incorporated, member-supported non-profit organization, has worked with the State to preserve and protect Skylands and its historic structures. NJBG sponsors programs, tours, concerts and fun public events throughout the year at the Botanical Garden.
Call 973-962-9534 or visit www.njbg.org for more information on NJBG, how to become a member, volunteer opportunities, events or directions.
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Details on other upcoming concerts:
Aug. 8 (Friday) 7p - Bob Leive & Lou Pollo.
Jazz, swing and familiar favorites are an NJBG tradition from this talented combo. Each year Bob Leive (of the Wooster Street Trolley) and Lou Pollo (of the Les Paul Trio) combine their talents to create an evening of musical magic especially for the NJBG Concert Series, often bringing along special guests to sit in. With the irrepressible Bob (trumpet and vocals) and Lou (guitar and vocals) in charge, you're guaranteed a fabulous concert of jazz, ragtime, swing era classics and contemporary favorites.
Sponsored by Orly Steinberg of Coldwell Banker-Ringwood.
Aug. 22 (Friday) 7p - 3-M Band
Larry Morris, Bill Moen and Mike Morris make up the 3-M Band, playing guitar, bass and percussion. Formed in 1971, they all hail from Pompton Lakes. Their acoustical sounds are of the 60s and 70s with attention to harmonizing vocals, including the music of Crosby, Stills and Nash, Neil Young, Harry Chapin, Jimmy Buffet, Simon and Garfunkel and more. These are all lively sing-along songs, and the audience always joins in for a great time.
Sponsored by Liberty Subaru.
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CAPTION: On Friday, July 25 at 7:00 pm, the fabulous New York Exceptions will rock the New Jersey Botanical Garden with favorite tunes from the 50s, 60s and 70s.
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NJBG Summer Concert on July 11 with Red Molly
NJBG is again sponsoring its annual Summer Concert Series at the New Jersey State Botanical Garden in Ringwood. Grab a lawn chair or blanket and come enjoy a wide range of musical talent in magnificent and beautiful surroundings. Light refreshments are available. If the weather is bad, the concerts are moved indoors into the Carriage House Visitor Center. All concerts begin at 7:00 pm. NJBG requests a $3 per person donation.
On Friday, July 11, NJBG presents Red Molly. This wonderful group is a little bit country, a little bit folk, and all talent! Red Molly is made up of Laurie (vocals, guitar, banjo), Abbie (vocals, Dobro, guitar) and Carolann (vocals, guitar, bass, mandolin), who'll offer you an evening of lilting three-part harmony on songs by contemporary writers, bluegrass standards, old-time southern gospel, and classic American tunes. (www.redmolly.com).
The concert is sponsored by Classic Realty Group.
Additional concerts in the series are:
- July 25--NY Exceptions
- August 8--Bob Leive & Lou Pollo
- August 22--3M Band
Details on all upcoming concerts may be found below in this press release.
In 1966, the State of New Jersey purchased the 1,117 acres of Skylands, a former country estate and the state's first acquisition under the "Green Acres" preservation program. Governor Thomas Kean designated the central 96 acres surrounding the manor house as the State's official Botanical Garden in 1984.
The NJ Botanical Garden is open daily from 8 a.m. to 8 p.m.., and admission to the Garden is always free. There is a $5-per-car parking charge on summer holidays and weekends (Saturdays and Sundays); weekday parking is free.
Since 1976, NJBG/Skylands Association, an incorporated, member-supported non-profit organization, has worked with the State to preserve and protect Skylands and its historic structures. NJBG sponsors programs, tours, concerts and fun public events throughout the year at the Botanical Garden.
Call 973-962-9534 or visit www.njbg.org for more information on NJBG, how to become a member, volunteer opportunities, events or directions.
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Details on other upcoming concerts:
July 25 (Friday) 7p - The New York Exceptions.
Back on the NJBG stage by popular demand, the fabulous New York Exceptions will rock 'n roll you with all your favorite tunes from the 50s, 60s and 70s. This talented six-member group of Doo-Wop experts will offer up a delightful evening of summer fun.
Sponsored by NJBG/Skylands Association.
Aug. 8 (Friday) 7p - Bob Leive & Lou Pollo.
Jazz, swing and familiar favorites are an NJBG tradition from this talented combo. Each year Bob Leive (of the Wooster Street Trolley) and Lou Pollo (of the Les Paul Trio) combine their talents to create an evening of musical magic especially for the NJBG Concert Series, often bringing along special guests to sit in. With the irrepressible Bob (trumpet and vocals) and Lou (guitar and vocals) in charge, you're guaranteed a fabulous concert of jazz, ragtime, swing era classics and contemporary favorites.
Sponsored by Orly Steinberg of Coldwell Banker-Ringwood.
Aug. 22 (Friday) 7p - 3-M Band
Larry Morris, Bill Moen and Mike Morris make up the 3-M Band, playing guitar, bass and percussion. Formed in 1971, they all hail from Pompton Lakes. Their acoustical sounds are of the 60s and 70s with attention to harmonizing vocals, including the music of Crosby, Stills and Nash, Neil Young, Harry Chapin, Jimmy Buffet, Simon and Garfunkel and more. These are all lively sing-along songs, and the audience always joins in for a great time.
Sponsored by Liberty Subaru.
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CAPTION: Red Molly will bring their country and folk rhythms to the New Jersey Botanical Garden on Friday, July 11, at 7:00 pm.
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NJBG Summer Concert on June 27 with Terence Martin
NJBG is again sponsoring its annual Summer Concert Series at the New Jersey State Botanical Garden in Ringwood. Grab a lawn chair or blanket and come enjoy a wide range of musical talent in magnificent and beautiful surroundings. Light refreshments are available. If the weather is bad, the concerts are moved indoors into the Carriage House Visitor Center. All concerts begin at 7:00 pm. NJBG requests a $3 per person donation.
On Friday, June 27, NJBG presents a tip of the hat to our folk-music roots with a concert by Terence Martin. Born in London and raised in Los Angeles, singer/songwriter/poet Terence Martin moved East in 1997 to become part of the flourishing NY acoustic music scene. Terence's songs flow with hauntingly poetic images and elements of folk, blues, and country. His musical background includes work as a double bassist in the Burbank Symphony and in several touring rock bands. Also a published poet, Terence has just released his new CD, "Lost Hills," and brings his insightful songwriting and performance to a new level. (www.martinsongs.com)
The concert is sponsored by R & D Insurance and Lobosco Insurance Group.
Additional concerts in the series are:
- July 11--Red Molly
- July 25--NY Exceptions
- August 8--Bob Leive & Lou Pollo
- August 22--3M Band
Details on all upcoming concerts may be found below in this press release.
In 1966, the State of New Jersey purchased the 1,117 acres of Skylands, a former country estate and the state's first acquisition under the "Green Acres" preservation program. Governor Thomas Kean designated the central 96 acres surrounding the manor house as the State's official Botanical Garden in 1984.
The NJ Botanical Garden is open daily from 8 a.m. to 8 p.m.., and admission to the Garden is always free. There is a $5-per-car parking charge on summer holidays and weekends (Saturdays and Sundays); weekday parking is free.
Since 1976, NJBG/Skylands Association, an incorporated, member-supported non-profit organization, has worked with the State to preserve and protect Skylands and its historic structures. NJBG sponsors programs, tours, concerts and fun public events throughout the year at the Botanical Garden.
Call 973-962-9534 or visit www.njbg.org for more information on NJBG, how to become a member, volunteer opportunities, events or directions.
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Details on other upcoming concerts:
July 11 (Friday) 7p - Red Molly.
This wonderful group is a little bit country, a little bit folk, and all talent! Red Molly is made up of Laurie (vocals, guitar, banjo), Abbie (vocals, Dobro, guitar) and Carolann (vocals, guitar, bass, mandolin), who'll offer you an evening of lilting three-part harmony on songs by contemporary writers, bluegrass standards, old-time southern gospel, and classic American tunes. (www.redmolly.com).
Sponsored by Classic Realty Group.
July 25 (Friday) 7p - The New York Exceptions.
Back on the NJBG stage by popular demand, the fabulous New York Exceptions will rock 'n roll you with all your favorite tunes from the 50s, 60s and 70s. This talented six-member group of Doo-Wop experts will offer up a delightful evening of summer fun.
Sponsored by NJBG/Skylands Association.
Aug. 8 (Friday) 7p - Bob Leive & Lou Pollo.
Jazz, swing and familiar favorites are an NJBG tradition from this talented combo. Each year Bob Leive (of the Wooster Street Trolley) and Lou Pollo (of the Les Paul Trio) combine their talents to create an evening of musical magic especially for the NJBG Concert Series, often bringing along special guests to sit in. With the irrepressible Bob (trumpet and vocals) and Lou (guitar and vocals) in charge, you're guaranteed a fabulous concert of jazz, ragtime, swing era classics and contemporary favorites.
Sponsored by Orly Steinberg of Coldwell Banker-Ringwood.
Aug. 22 (Friday) 7p - 3-M Band
Larry Morris, Bill Moen and Mike Morris make up the 3-M Band, playing guitar, bass and percussion. Formed in 1971, they all hail from Pompton Lakes. Their acoustical sounds are of the 60s and 70s with attention to harmonizing vocals, including the music of Crosby, Stills and Nash, Neil Young, Harry Chapin, Jimmy Buffet, Simon and Garfunkel and more. These are all lively sing-along songs, and the audience always joins in for a great time.
Sponsored by Liberty Subaru.
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CAPTION: Folk musician Terence Martin will bring his guitar and hauntingly poetic songs to the New Jersey Botanical Garden on Friday, June 27, at 7:00 pm.
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NJBG Summer Concert Series Begins on June 13 with Brassworks
NJBG is again sponsoring its annual Summer Concert Series at the New Jersey State Botanical Garden in Ringwood. Grab a lawn chair or blanket and come enjoy a wide range of musical talent in these magnificent and beautiful surroundings. Light refreshments are available. If the weather is bad, the concerts are moved indoors into the Carriage House Visitor Center. All concerts begin at 7:00 pm. NJBG requests a $3 per person donation.
The first concert, featuring Brassworks, is scheduled for Friday, June 13. Brassworks, a professional brass quintet, plays a broad range of music, including classical, ragtime, jazz, big band, Broadway show tunes, and traditional American music. You'll hear the trumpet, french horn, flugelhorn, trombone, and a big bass tuba in an eclectic and delightful evening to start this year's concert series.
This concert is sponsored by Coachworks in River Edge.
Community Blood Services will conduct a Blood Drive before the concert, from 4:30 to 7:00 p.m. NJBG invites you to come a little early and give if you can.
Additional concerts in the series are:
- June 27--Terence Martin
- July 11--Red Molly
- July 25--NY Exceptions
- August 8--Bob Leive & Lou Pollo
- August 22--3M Band
Details on all upcoming concerts may be found below in this press release.
In 1966, the State of New Jersey purchased the 1,117 acres of Skylands, a former country estate and the state's first acquisition under the "Green Acres" preservation program. Governor Thomas Kean designated the central 96 acres surrounding the manor house as the State's official Botanical Garden in 1984.
The NJ Botanical Garden is open daily from 8 a.m. to 8 p.m.., and admission to the Garden is always free. There is a $5-per-car parking charge on summer holidays and weekends (Saturdays and Sundays); weekday parking is free.
Since 1976, NJBG/Skylands Association, an incorporated, member-supported non-profit organization, has worked with the State to preserve and protect Skylands and its historic structures. NJBG sponsors programs, tours, concerts and fun public events throughout the year at the Botanical Garden.
Call 973-962-9534 or visit www.njbg.org for more information on NJBG, how to become a member, volunteer opportunities, events or directions.
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Details on other upcoming concerts:
June 27 (Friday) 7p - Terence Martin.
A tip of the hat to our folk-music roots. Born in London and raised in Los Angeles, singer/songwriter/poet Terence Martin moved East in 1997 to become part of the flourishing NY acoustic music scene. Terence's songs flow with hauntingly poetic images and elements of folk, blues, and country. His musical background includes work as a double bassist in the Burbank Symphony and in several touring rock bands. Also a published poet, Terence has just released his new CD, Lost Hills, and brings his insightful songwriting and performance to a new level. (www.martinsongs.com).
Sponsored by R & D Insurance and Lobosco Insurance Group.
July 11 (Friday) 7p - Red Molly.
This wonderful group is a little bit country, a little bit folk, and all talent! Red Molly is made up of Laurie (vocals, guitar, banjo), Abbie (vocals, Dobro, guitar) and Carolann (vocals, guitar, bass, mandolin), who'll offer you an evening of lilting three-part harmony on songs by contemporary writers, bluegrass standards, old-time southern gospel, and classic American tunes. (www.redmolly.com).
Sponsored by Classic Realty Group.
July 25 (Friday) 7p - The New York Exceptions.
Back on the NJBG stage by popular demand, the fabulous New York Exceptions will rock 'n roll you with all your favorite tunes from the 50s, 60s and 70s. This talented six-member group of Doo-Wop experts will offer up a delightful evening of summer fun.
Sponsored by NJBG/Skylands Association.
Aug. 8 (Friday) 7p - Bob Leive & Lou Pollo.
Jazz, swing and familiar favorites are an NJBG tradition from this talented combo. Each year Bob Leive (of the Wooster Street Trolley) and Lou Pollo (of the Les Paul Trio) combine their talents to create an evening of musical magic especially for the NJBG Concert Series, often bringing along special guests to sit in. With the irrepressible Bob (trumpet and vocals) and Lou (guitar and vocals) in charge, you're guaranteed a fabulous concert of jazz, ragtime, swing era classics and contemporary favorites.
Sponsored by Orly Steinberg of Coldwell Banker-Ringwood.
Aug. 22 (Friday) 7p - 3-M Band
Larry Morris, Bill Moen and Mike Morris make up the 3-M Band, playing guitar, bass and percussion. Formed in 1971, they all hail from Pompton Lakes. Their acoustical sounds are of the 60s and 70s with attention to harmonizing vocals, including the music of Crosby, Stills and Nash, Neil Young, Harry Chapin, Jimmy Buffet, Simon and Garfunkel and more. These are all lively sing-along songs, and the audience always joins in for a great time.
Sponsored by Liberty Subaru.
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(Summer Concert series flyer.)
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New Jersey Botanical Garden Plant Sale -- May 3 and May 4
The New Jersey Botanical Garden's annual Plant Sale is a much-anticipated rite of spring for gardeners seeking distinctive plants. This year's sale, on Saturday, and Sunday, May 3 and 4, 2008, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., will feature a generous array of lush perennials, colorful annuals, robust vines, tasty vegetables and herbs, as well as dwarf and full-size trees and shrubs. Admission is free.
The Plant Sale is held in and around the historic Carriage House on the grounds of the New Jersey Botanical Garden in Ringwood State Park. Visitors flock to this sale not only for the botanical offerings, but also to see NJBG's lovely formal gardens, extensive historical statuary and world-class collection of mature tree specimens.
On Friday night, May 2, from 6:30 - 8:30 p.m., NJBG members will be treated to an exclusive wine-and-cheese Reception and Plant-Sale Preview, during which many of the choicest plants are traditionally sold. Non-member visitors to the Friday night preview may participate in this event by becoming members at the gate. Master Gardeners and members of the NJBG/Skylands Association--a member-supported non-profit organization that works with the State to preserve and protect the Garden and its historic structures--will be on hand to answer questions and help shoppers make selections.
Membership in NJBG/Skylands Association includes admission and benefits at numerous gardens and arboreta in the U.S., discounts in the gift shop, use of the reference library, volunteer opportunities, a quarterly Journal, guest passes for Manor House tours, and more. Individual memberships are $25 per year; $40 for families/dual members; and $20 for seniors/students.
NJBG/Skylands is located on Morris Road in Ringwood, New Jersey. For an event schedule, membership brochure, directions or more information, please call 973-962-9534 or visit www.njbg.org.
The New Jersey State Botanical Garden at Skylands, which appears on both the State and National Registers of Historic Places, is open from 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. every day of the year. Admission to the Garden is always free; a $5 per car State Park parking charge is in effect on summer weekends and holidays only from Memorial Day to Labor Day.
In 1966, the State of New Jersey purchased the 1,117 acres of Skylands, a former country estate and the state's first acquisition under the "Green Acres" preservation program. Governor Thomas Kean designated the central 96 acres surrounding the manor house as the State's official botanical garden in 1984.
Since 1976, NJBG/Skylands Association, an incorporated, member-supported non-profit organization of volunteers, has worked with the State to preserve and protect Skylands and its historic structures. NJBG sponsors programs, concerts and events throughout the year at the Botanical Garden.
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CAPTION: The New Jersey Botanical Garden Plant Sale is a favorite stop for gardeners, with its great selection of shrubs, trees, perennials, annuals, hanging baskets and more. The Plant Sale will be held on Saturday and Sunday, May 3 and 4, from 10am to 4pm, at the New Jersey State Botanical Garden in Ringwood, NJ. A special Members' Reception and Preview will be held on Friday, May 2, from 6:30 to 8:30 pm. For more information, call 973-962-9534 or visit www.njbg.org.
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NJBG Presents Family Geology Walk April 26, 2008 at the New Jersey State Botanical Garden
As part of its 'Garden Saturday' series, NJBG will sponsor Family Geology Walk at the New Jersey State Botanical Garden, on Saturday, April 26, at 10 a.m. A $3 donation is requested.
Explore the Garden's trails and learn about geology while you enjoy the arrival of spring. The walk will last about 2-3 hours; it will be a moderate hike but will include some ups-ands-downs and rough terrain. Great for children ages 6 and up. Bring water and wear sturdy, comfortable shoes; meet at the Carriage House Visitor Center. Steady rain cancels.
The Botanical Garden and the hills surrounding it are filled with remnants of our area's rich geologic history. The Ramapo Mountains are over a billion years old, and were split apart when the Atlantic Ocean opened up; the other half of the chain is now the Atlas Mountains in northern Africa. The glaciers of the last ice age terminated in this region, and left behind erratiacs and moraine deposits, rocks they picked up on their journey south.
The New Jersey State Botanical Garden at Skylands, which appears on both the State and National Registers of Historic Places, is open from 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. every day of the year. Admission to the Garden is always free; a $5 per car State Park parking charge is in effect on summer weekends and holidays only from Memorial Day to Labor Day.
In 1966, the State of New Jersey purchased the 1,117 acres of Skylands, a former country estate and the state's first acquisition under the "Green Acres" preservation program. Governor Thomas Kean designated the central 96 acres surrounding the manor house as the State's official botanical garden in 1984.
Since 1976, NJBG/Skylands Association, an incorporated, member-supported non-profit organization of volunteers, has worked with the State to preserve and protect Skylands and its historic structures. NJBG sponsors programs, concerts and events throughout the year at the Botanical Garden.
NJBG/Skylands is located on Morris Road in Ringwood, New Jersey. For an event schedule, membership brochure, directions or more information, please call 973-962-9534 or visit www.njbg.org.
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NJBG Presents Early Spring Wildflower Walk April 19, 2008 at the New Jersey State Botanical Garden
As part of its 'Garden Saturday' series, NJBG will sponsor an Early Spring Wildflower Walk at the New Jersey State Botanical Garden, on Saturday, April 19, at 10 a.m. A $3 donation is requested.
NJBG's Wildflower Garden is a haven for native plants, many of which are at their best in the spring. Join NJBG wildflower expert Nancy Bristow in checking out the early spring bloomers in the Wildflower Garden, including a spectacular display of Japanese primroses along the Wildflower Garden's brooks. The walk will explore several different terrains and the plants which inhabit them. Wear comfortable shoes; meet at the Carriage House Visitor Center. Rain cancels.
A second Spring Wildflower Walk is scheduled for May 17, 2008 at 10:00 a.m.. In late May an entirely different group of plants is in flower, including a spectacular collection of Japanese primroses along the Wildflower Garden's streams.
The New Jersey State Botanical Garden at Skylands, which appears on both the State and National Registers of Historic Places, is open from 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. every day of the year. Admission to the Garden is always free; a $5 per car State Park parking charge is in effect on weekends and holidays only from Memorial Day to Labor Day.
In 1966, the State of New Jersey purchased the 1,117 acres of Skylands, a former country estate and the state's first acquisition under the "Green Acres" preservation program. Governor Thomas Kean designated the central 96 acres surrounding the manor house as the State's official botanical garden in 1984.
Since 1976, NJBG/Skylands Association, an incorporated, member-supported non-profit organization of volunteers, has worked with the State to preserve and protect Skylands and its historic structures. NJBG sponsors programs, concerts and events throughout the year at the Botanical Garden.
NJBG/Skylands is located on Morris Road in Ringwood, New Jersey. For an event schedule, membership brochure, directions or more information, please call 973-962-9534 or visit www.njbg.org.
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CAPTION: Little white anemones nestle among the Lungwort, early bloomers in the Wildflower Garden at the New Jersey State Botanical Garden. Photo courtesy of NJBG.
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NJBG Presents Winter Tree Walk March 15, 2008 at the New Jersey State Botanical Garden
NJBG will sponsor a Winter Tree Walk at the New Jersey State Botanical Garden on Saturday, March 15, at 10 a.m. While it's technically still winter, the signs of spring are already visible in many places if you know where to look!
Join Head Landscape Gardener Rich Flynn for a delightful learning walk in the Botanical Garden. You'll learn how to identify trees from their structure, branching, and budding patterns before the leaves once again appear, while you enjoy the subtle beginnings of the new growing season. It's a sure cure for cabin fever.
Meet at the Carriage House Visitor Center at 10 a.m., and wear comfortable shoes. Snow or heavy rain cancels. The Tree Walk is open to the public free of charge, but a $3 donation is welcome.
The New Jersey State Botanical Garden at Skylands, which appears on both the State and National Registers of Historic Places, is open from 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. every day of the year. Admission to the Botanical Garden is always free.
In 1966, the State of New Jersey purchased the 1,117 acres of Skylands, a former country estate and the state's first acquisition under the "Green Acres" preservation program. Governor Thomas Kean designated the central 96 acres surrounding the manor house as the State's official botanical garden in 1984.
Since 1976, NJBG/Skylands Association, an incorporated, member-supported non-profit organization of volunteers, has worked with the State to preserve and protect Skylands and its historic structures. NJBG sponsors programs, concerts and events throughout the year at the Botanical Garden.
NJBG/Skylands is located on Morris Road in Ringwood, New Jersey. For an event schedule, membership brochure, directions or more information, please call 973-962-9534 or visit www.njbg.org.
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CAPTION: Yellow witchhazel blooming in the snow at the New Jersey State Botanical Garden in Ringwood.
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Skylands Manor Tours Available March 2 at NJBG
Guided tours of the ground floor of historic Skylands Manor at the New Jersey State Botanical Garden will be available to the public throughout the upcoming year, beginning on Sunday, March 2, 2008.
Sponsored by the NJBG/Skylands Association, the non-profit member support organization working with the State to preserve the gardens, the 45-minute guided tours run from 12 noon to 4 p.m. and are conducted by NJBG tour guides, or docents.
Tours will take place on the first Sunday afternoon of each month through November (except July, when tours will be on the 2nd Sunday). Tour dates for 2008 are March 2, April 6, May 4, June 1, July 13, August 3, September 7, October 5, and November 2.
Skylands Manor, a Tudor Revival mansion, was constructed in the early 20th century for Clarence McKenzie Lewis by renowned architect John Russell Pope. Pope also designed many outstanding private buildings, including the Jefferson Memorial and National Gallery of Art, both in Washington, D.C. Among Skylands Manor's many attractions are a remarkable collection of antique stained glass medallions set in leaded windows, including pieces from 16th century German, Bavarian and Swiss sites. The lanterns, electrical fixtures, lamps, spiral staircase rail and gate were fashioned by Samuel Yellin, who led the American revival of the use of iron as decorative art.
The suggested donations for Manor House tours are: adults $5; seniors, $3; children/students aged 6-18, $1; and children under age 6, free.
Since 1976, The NJBG/Skylands Association, an incorporated, member-supported non-profit organization of volunteers, has worked with the State to preserve and protect NJBG/Skylands and its historic structures.
The New Jersey State Botanical Garden at Skylands, which appears on both the State and National Registers of Historic Places, is open from 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. every day of the year. Admission to the Garden is always free, with a small State parking charge on summer weekends only.
NJBG/Skylands is located off Morris Road in Ringwood, New Jersey. For an event schedule, membership brochure, directions or more information, call 973-962-9534 or visit www.njbg.org.
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CAPTION: The west side of Skylands Manor in the New Jersey State Botanical Garden is half-timbered in the traditional Tudor style.
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New Jersey Botanical Garden presents Shade Gardens program on February 16
NJBG will sponsor a program on 'Shade Gardens' at the New Jersey State Botanical Garden, on Saturday, February 16, at 10 a.m. in the Carriage House Visitor Center.
The program will focus on gardening in the shade, using form, texture and color to create interest. NJBG VP John Gall, who spearheaded development of the Hosta Garden, will present slides and a discussion of problems and solutions in less-sunny corners. He will also introduce you to some of this region's favorite shade-loving plants .
There is no fee for this program, but a $3 donation is welcomed.
NJBG is located on Morris Road in Ringwood, NJ. Call 973-962-9534 or visit www.njbg.org for more information on NJBG, membership, volunteer opportunities, events or directions. The NJ Botanical Garden is open daily from 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. Admission to the Garden is always free.
Originally assembled from pioneer farmsteads of the 1890s, The New Jersey Botanical Garden has a venerable history. In 1922, Clarence McKenzie Lewis, an investment banker and trustee of the New York Botanical Garden purchased the property and original Victorian mansion from Francis Lynde Stetson. Over the next three decades, Mr. Lewis built the current 45-room Tudor manor house and transformed Skylands into a botanical showplace, engaging prominent landscape architects to design the grounds and collecting plants from all over the world.
In 1966, the State of New Jersey purchased the 1,117 acres of Skylands as the state's first acquisition under the "Green Acres" preservation program. Governor Thomas Kean designated the central 96 acres surrounding the manor house as the State's official Botanical Garden in 1984. The gardens contain many unique features, including an extensive collection of statuary, historic trees, formal annual garden, perennial beds and an heirloom collection of lilacs.
Since 1976, NJBG/Skylands Association, an incorporated, member-supported non-profit organization, has worked with the State to preserve and protect Skylands and its historic structures. NJBG sponsors programs, concerts and events throughout the year at the Botanical Garden. Guided tours of the gardens are offered on Sundays at 2 p.m., May through the end of October, weather permitting.
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CAPTION: The New Jersey Botanical Garden will sponsor a program on 'Shade Gardens' on February 16, at 10 a.m.
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