Welcome to Aldridge Gardens!

Aldridge Gardens, the former estate of Eddie and Kay Aldridge, is a beautiful 30-acre woodland garden showcasing hydrangeas and native plants. Enjoy a half-mile walk around the six-acre lake, have a picnic or attend the many events hosted throughout the year, including plants sales, art show, seminars and Arts Alfresco concerts. You will also want to visit the Kay and Eddie Aldridge Art and Historical Museum and enjoy the works of area artists, including the largest public collection of Frank Fleming bronze sculptures. Facilities may be rented for weddings, parties and meetings as well. Aldridge Gardens is located on the corner of Lorna Road and Rocky Ridge Ranch Road in Hoover.


Free Admission
Open 7 days a week, 8am-5pm November 1 through mid-March.
Closed Thanksgiving Day, Christmas Day and New Year's Day.

Garden-To-Garden Tour to Snowflake Farms near Boza

Watch for details coming soon!


Currently in the Gallery

More than 30 talented artists from Artists, Inc. in Vestavia Hills, have placed some of their favorite works on display at the Kay and Eddie Aldridge Art and Historical Museum. Don't miss this exciting exhibit which includes a variety of media from wood and paintings to glass and sculpture.


Garden Weddings

Aldridge Gardens is one of the most beautiful, tranquil and authentic wedding venues in the area. Let our staff show you how to make your wedding day the day you've been dreaming of. Visit the Kay and Eddie Aldridge Art and Historical Museum, the pavillion and many wedding locations within the Gardens including the new wedding arbor.


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Plan Your Garden Wedding at Our New Arbor

What's a garden wedding without a beautiful arbor lush with vines and blooms. Enter through an aisle set between rows and rows of Camellias. Take a tour of Aldridge Gardens and imagine your magical wedding day.