Discovering
Houghton: Newton’s Secret Garden
Named the Garden City, did you know that Newton has only one public garden? Houghton
Gardens has a rich history and was one of our nation’s pre-eminent gardens
during the 1930s and 1940s. Join Michele Hanss, Head of the Friends of Houghton
Garden, in discovering Martha and Clement Houghton’s inspirations for
developing this site – including help from pioneers in the fields of horticulture
and landscape design. Ultimately, did their masterpiece withstand the test of
time?
Meet at the entry gate
at the intersection of Suffolk and Woodman Roads, Newton, 02467. Free! --cancelled only in case of severe weather. For
questions, please call Historic Newton at 617.796.1450
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