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Maryland Rose Society Garden Projects
As a part of the Maryland Rose Society's commitment to public service, the Society assists in maintaining several rose gardens in the Baltimore area. Society members volunteer their time and talents to the planting and upkeep of rose gardens in Baltimore and Baltimore County. ARS-certified rosarians supervise the projects, which are a great way for new members to increase their gardening skills and knowledge. Both the Baltimore community and MRS members benefit greatly from the projects. For details and dates on upcoming garden projects members can check their recent issues of the MRS Newsletter. The dates are also listed on the 2003 Events page on this web site. If you would like to see a garden added to this list, or have more information about these gardens, please e-mail Bob Conkwright.
MRS-Sponsored Garden Locations

BALTIMORE
	Mrs. Frederic C. Lee Memorial Rose Garden at Cylburn Arboretum: For a detailed history of this garden see the article "The History Of The Heritage Rose Garden At The Cylburn Arboretum" appearing elsewhere on this web site. Location: 4915 Greenspring Ave., Baltimore, MD 21209. Cylburn is on the east side of Greenspring Avenue, between Northern Parkway and Cold Spring Lane, both accessible via western exits off I-83. The entrance is marked by stone pillars and a wooden sign. Cylburn is accessible by car and bus. Call the MTA at 410-539-5000 for current bus connections. Visit the Cylburn Arboretum web site for more information.	The Thorny Crossroads by Tom Conkwright sillylittleidiot.deviantart.com www.flickr.com/photos/roll-a-week/ (click on the picture to see a larger version)

	The Star Spangled Banner Flag House and Museum: The Flag House rose garden consists of two climbers fronted by two rows of Floribundas and Hybrid Teas. The garden was planted originally by George Conner, a former member of the Maryland Rose Society. Location: 844 East Pratt Street, Baltimore, MD 21202. There is FREE PARKING on Albemarle Street beside the Museum entrance. Get your free parking pass in the Gift Shop when you arrive. Visit the Star Spangled Banner Flag House web site for admission rates and more information .
BALTIMORE COUNTY
	Broadmead Retirement Community: This garden was laid out and planted under the direction of George Conner, a former member of the MRS. Since George's death in 1992, the Society has assisted the Broadmead Community in the spring pruning of this wonderful garden. The spring pruning also serves as a hands-on learning experience for new and seasoned Society members and their friends. Location: 13801 York Road, Cockeysville, Maryland 21030. Phone: (410) 527-1900. Visit http://www.Broadmead.org for more information.
Other Nearby Rose Gardens
Maryland/DC
	Hampton National Historical Site: Hampton is easy to get to because it's close to three interstate highways--routes 695, 70, and 95. From the Baltimore Beltway (I 695) eastbound or westbound: take Exit 27B, Dulaney Valley Road northbound. Take the first right turn onto Hampton Lane. The park will be on your right, about one mile from the intersection. William Paca House and Garden: 186 Prince George Street, Annapolis, Maryland.
Delaware
	Winterthur, an American Country Estate: Route 52 (Kennett Pike) Winterthur DE 19735. Winterthur is on Rte. 52 in Delaware, 6 miles (9.6 km) northwest of Wilmington; 30 miles (48 km) southwest of Philadelphia, Pa.; and 5 miles (8 km) south of U.S. Rte. 1.
Pennsylvania
	Longwood Gardens: Longwood is located on US Route 1, about 3 miles northeast of Kennett Square, Pennsylvania; 30 miles west of Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.

Updated 10/30/06

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