Find inspiration and enjoy a stroll through six stunning Omaha area gardens, visit with local artists and vendors and enjoy classic car displays at the Munroe-Meyer Guild’s 56th Annual Garden Walk, to be held on June 8 from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.
The guild uses the funds raised to support programming at the Munroe-Meyer Institute. Proceeds from previous Garden Walks have been used to fund projects such as job training programs for young adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities and a partnership with a national organization that provides low-cost mobility devices to toddlers facing mobility challenges.
The annual event also is a local tradition, and its success is due to the generosity of homeowners who share their gardens and the countless volunteers behind the scenes, event organizers said.
“We are just a month away from our highly anticipated Garden Walk and we couldn’t be more excited. This year, we invite you to explore an exceptional selection of gardens that will truly inspire,” said Jennifer Read, president of the Munroe-Meyer Guild. “The number of participating vendors is increasing every year and we have some thrilling surprises in store.”
Last year’s event drew nearly 1,200 visitors and raised more than $40,000 in support of services and programs, innovative projects and training for individuals with disabilities and complex health care needs that might otherwise go unfulfilled.
This year’s gardens are:
- Eagle Run, 13035 Binney Street
- Sterling Ridge, Tri-Faith Garden & Orchard, 13111 Sterling Ridge Drive
- Sterling Ridge Estates, 12857 Pine Circle
- West Rockbrook, 1908 South 113th Avenue
- Westchester, 137 South 93rd Avenue
- Loveland, 1125 South 79th Street
The family-friendly event will be held rain or shine on Sunday, June 8 from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Tickets may be purchased online or at any of the local stores listed below in advance for $25. Tickets also can be purchased at any garden location for $30 on the day of the event.
- Benson Plant Rescue
- Canoyer Garden Center
- Hy-Vee stores
- Indian Creek Nursery
- Lanoha Nurseries
- Moore’s Nursery
- Mulhall’s Nursery, Inc.
- Westlake Ace Hardware (140th and W. Center)