Mass Hort's Festival of Trees at Elm Bank 2011

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The Massachusetts Horticultural Society invites you to its third annual Festival of Trees at the Gardens at Elm Bank from November 23 through December 10, 2011

 

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On Wednesday November 23, the Festival of Trees at Elm Bank will kick off the holiday season in a special way: by giving families an opportunity to see spectacularly decorated holiday trees in a festive environment.  Tree themes are intended to appeal to all ages.  All trees are raffled off, with proceeds going to help maintain the gardens at Elm Bank. 

See How to Win a Tree for more information on the raffle.

 

Gingerbread House Competion Added

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This year, you are invited to participate in the Festival of Trees Gingerbread House Competion.  Festively decorated Gingerbread house will be shown along with the trees during the event.  Please visit the Gingerbread House Competition section for more details.

 


Holiday train rides around the property will be offered during the festival.  See below for schedule of rides.

We invite you to be a part of this family-friendly event.  You may choose to sponsor  or donate a tree, attend or sponsor our preview party on November 19, or you can volunteer your time.  Above all, we invite you and your family to come to see the display of trees. 

Viewing Days: November 23 thru December 10 (open Thanksgiving Day)

Hours: weekends and the day after Thanksgiving: 10 a.m. – 8 p.m.
Other days: 3 p.m. to 8 p.m.

Train Rides: 11 a.m to 6 p.m. Saturdays and Sunday.

Special note: On Saturday, December 10th, the Festival will close at 7 p.m in order to notify the tree winners.

General Admission: $8 for Adults, Children under 12 FREE!
Children age 14 or younger must be accompanied by an adult.

Wreath Workshop - Festival of Trees  
Saturday, December 03 2011, 10:00am - 12:00pm    

Teach a man to fish and you feed him for life. Learn how to make a beautiful holiday wreath and… who knows what it will lead to? On December 3, as part of the Massachusetts Horticultural Society Festival of Trees, you can make your own holiday wreath. You’ll be learning under the guidance of three experienced wreath designers who will show you how it’s done and what tricks of the trade can turn everyday decorations into things of beauty.

Space is limited to 36 participants. The cost is $40 for Mass Hort members and $45 for non-members. Your fee includes instruction and all the materials needed to create a 14-inch double-sided wreath, which you’ll take home with you.

(Reserve your space here)

Location and Directions

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The Gardens at Elm Bank

Hunnewell Building
900 Washington Street
Wellesley, MA 02482
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