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  • For the ninth consecutive year, Dr. Richard Ryel and his wife Patricia are leading our guided bird watches for Aldridge Gardens members. These are generally held on the 3rd Saturday of each month from 8 - 10 a.m. To see the dates of this year's currently scheduled bird watches and to register, click here.

  • This class will show you a great way to include upper body exercise and add balance assistance while walking. Saturday, April 24th, from 8:30 to 10 a.m. Led by Dr. Leroy Hurt, this class is free. But registration is required. Learn more.

  • Prom Photos at Aldridge Gardens
    Prom Photos at Aldridge Gardens

    Friendly reminder during our busy spring 2021 event season at the gardens. All additional photography requests including Prom groups need to be pre-approved by Amanda Baker (abaker@aldridgegardens.com) and scheduled at least 10 days in advance of the date. Due to weddings and specialty events taking place certain dates and timeframes will be unavailable for additional photography requests (especially Friday/Saturday dates) We apologize for any inconvenience and thank you for your patience and understanding.

  • Some of artist Lowell Vann's work is currently on exhibit in our gallery. Click here to see photos or stop by the Aldridge House to see it in person.

  • Come and learn how to propagate hydrangeas for yourself. This hands-on workshop, scheduled for May 22nd, will show you how to root fresh hydrangea cuttings. And you'll get to take them home too! Learn more about it.

  • Thanks to the Hoover Public Library, both children and adults can now borrow a book from our new "The Little Free Library." It's located near our entrance gate. Check it out next time you're here!

  • Our walking trail was recently modified from 90% accessible, as defined by the US Forest Service Trail Accessibility Guidelines, to 100% accessible -- thanks to funding by the Holle Family Foundation Grant along with Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Alabama. Learn more.

  • Have you visited the Veterans Memorial Arbor and Pentagon Plaza at Aldridge Gardens? Our nature trail will lead you to both of these sites located at the back of our 5 acre lake. The arbor features flags from all five service branches, along with the U.S. flag, and the plaza contains bronzed busts honoring three young men from Hoover who paid the ultimate sacrifice for our country. Learn more about it.

  • Download a self-guided tour map of Aldridge Gardens. It is a PDF file that you can view on a mobile device or print at home and bring with you. Click the image above to get the file.

  • Have you heard about our new Bonsai Membership? This membership level offers monthly, hands-on bonsai educational opportunities. Learn more and see all of our membership levels here.

  • Our gates are open daily from 8 a.m. to 7 p.m., unless severe weather limits normal operations. Please observe appropriate social distancing to help everyone stay healthy and well. The Gardens are closed on Thanksgiving Day, Christmas Eve, Christmas, New Years Day, and for special events.

  • Now you can order Aldridge Gardens gift certificates online and have them mailed to you or someone special! It makes for an excellent present and its always the right size. Learn more about it.

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