# Aldridge Gardens ## Pages - [Home](https://aldridgegardens.com/home.html): Aldridge Gardens is 30-acres of nature and art in balance nestled in the heart of Hoover, Alabama. With a six-acre lake and walking trail, this botanical garden is alive with many varieties of hydr... ## Welcome - [Welcome](https://aldridgegardens.com/welcome/) - [Visiting the Gardens](https://aldridgegardens.com/welcome/visitingthegardens/) - [Welcome to the Gardens](https://aldridgegardens.com/welcome/visitingthegardens/welcome.html) - [Location & Hours](https://aldridgegardens.com/welcome/visitingthegardens/locationhours.html) - [What to Know When Visiting](https://aldridgegardens.com/welcome/visitingthegardens/whattoknowwhenvisiting.html) - [Calendar of Events](https://aldridgegardens.com/welcome/visitingthegardens/calendar.html) - [Roots Garden & Gift Shop](https://aldridgegardens.com/welcome/visitingthegardens/giftshop.html) - [Contact Us](https://aldridgegardens.com/welcome/contact.html) - [Board of Directors](https://aldridgegardens.com/welcome/boardofdirectors.html) - [Making the Gardens More Accessible](https://aldridgegardens.com/welcome/making-the-gardens-accessible.html) ## Nature - [Nature](https://aldridgegardens.com/nature/) - [About Us](https://aldridgegardens.com/nature/aboutus.html) - [A Natural History](https://aldridgegardens.com/nature/historyofthegardens/) - [Eddie Aldridge's Vision](https://aldridgegardens.com/nature/historyofthegardens/history.html) - [The Snowflake Hydrangea](https://aldridgegardens.com/nature/historyofthegardens/snowflake.html) - [A Garden of Destiny](https://aldridgegardens.com/nature/historyofthegardens/gardenofdestiny.html) - [Touring the Gardens](https://aldridgegardens.com/nature/touringthegardens/) - [Group Tours](https://aldridgegardens.com/nature/touringthegardens/grouptours.html) - [Self-Guided Tour](https://aldridgegardens.com/nature/touringthegardens/map.html) - [About Hydrangeas](https://aldridgegardens.com/nature/askabouthydgrangeas/) - [Ask About Your Hydrangeas](https://aldridgegardens.com/nature/askabouthydgrangeas/howcanwehelpyougrow.html): How can we help you grow hydrangeas? - [Previous Hydrangea Questions](https://aldridgegardens.com/nature/askabouthydgrangeas/hydrangea_q_and_a.html): Questions answered about hydrangeas - [Identifying Oakleaf Hydrangeas](https://aldridgegardens.com/nature/askabouthydgrangeas/identifying-three-oakleaf-hydrangeas.html): Video on how to identify three Oakleaf Hydrangeas: Seedling, Snowflake, and Harmony. All three of which, and more, can be seen at Aldridge Gardens. - [Birding](https://aldridgegardens.com/nature/birding.html): Aldridge Gardens is a kaleidoscope of natural habitats for birds. More than 90 species call the Gardens home, or at least a favorite place to visit. Led by Dr. Richard and Patricia Ryel, these walk... - [Honey Bees](https://aldridgegardens.com/nature/apiary-at-aldridge-gardens.html) - [Meyer Bonsai Terrace](https://aldridgegardens.com/nature/meyer-bonsai-terrace.html): Come and see one of the best collections of Bonsai in the southeastern United States. The Meyer Bonsai Terrace is located at Aldridge Gardens in Hoover, Alabama. ## Art - [Art](https://aldridgegardens.com/art/) - [Nature and Art in Balance](https://aldridgegardens.com/art/natureandartinbalance.html) - [In the Gallery](https://aldridgegardens.com/art/art-gallery.html): This is the artwork currently on display at the Eddie and Kay Aldridge Arts and Historical Collections Museum. - [Previous Exhibits](https://aldridgegardens.com/art/ondisplay/) - [Dariana Dervis](https://aldridgegardens.com/art/ondisplay/dariana-dervis.html): This is artwork previously on display at the Eddie and Kay Aldridge Arts and Historical Collections Museum. - [Jane Reed Ross and Adrienne Retief](https://aldridgegardens.com/art/ondisplay/jane-reed-ross-and-adrienne-retief.html): This is artwork previously on display at the Eddie and Kay Aldridge Arts and Historical Collections Museum. - [Donna Clayton](https://aldridgegardens.com/art/ondisplay/donna-clayton.html): This is artwork previously on display at the Eddie and Kay Aldridge Arts and Historical Collections Museum. - [Crest Drive Glass Collective](https://aldridgegardens.com/art/ondisplay/crest-drive-glass-collective.html): This is artwork previously on display at the Eddie and Kay Aldridge Arts and Historical Collections Museum. - [2025 Artists](https://aldridgegardens.com/art/ondisplay/2025-artists/) - [Ladies of the Fire](https://aldridgegardens.com/art/ondisplay/2025-artists/ladies-of-the-fire.html): This is the artwork currently on display at the Eddie and Kay Aldridge Arts and Historical Collections Museum. - [Studio by the Tracks](https://aldridgegardens.com/art/ondisplay/2025-artists/studio-by-the-tracks.html): Artwork previously on display at the Eddie and Kay Aldridge Arts and Historical Collections Museum. - [Sam and Amy Collins](https://aldridgegardens.com/art/ondisplay/2025-artists/sam-and-amy-collins.html): This is artwork previously on display at the Eddie and Kay Aldridge Arts and Historical Collections Museum. - [John Lytle Wilson](https://aldridgegardens.com/art/ondisplay/2025-artists/john-lytle-wilson.html): This is artwork previously on display at the Eddie and Kay Aldridge Arts and Historical Collections Museum. - [Jean Lindsay Robertson](https://aldridgegardens.com/art/ondisplay/2025-artists/jean-lindsay-robertson.html): This is artwork previously on display at the Eddie and Kay Aldridge Arts and Historical Collections Museum. - [Southern Living Photographers](https://aldridgegardens.com/art/ondisplay/2025-artists/southern-living-photographers.html): This is the artwork previously on display at the Eddie and Kay Aldridge Arts and Historical Collections Museum. - [2024 Artists](https://aldridgegardens.com/art/ondisplay/2024-artists/) - [Thursday Art Group](https://aldridgegardens.com/art/ondisplay/2024-artists/thursday-art-group.html): This is artwork previously on display at the Eddie and Kay Aldridge Arts and Historical Collections Museum. - [Madelyn Carr Bonnett](https://aldridgegardens.com/art/ondisplay/2024-artists/madelyn-carr-bonnett.html): Artwork previously on display at the Eddie and Kay Aldridge Arts and Historical Collections Museum. - [Laura Reichert and Kathy Prince](https://aldridgegardens.com/art/ondisplay/2024-artists/laura-reichert-and-kathy-prince.html): This is artwork previously on display at the Eddie and Kay Aldridge Arts and Historical Collections Museum. - [Lillie C. Harmon](https://aldridgegardens.com/art/ondisplay/2024-artists/lillie-c-harmon.html): This is the artwork previously on display at the Eddie and Kay Aldridge Arts and Historical Collections Museum. - [Carole Schrading](https://aldridgegardens.com/art/ondisplay/2024-artists/carole-schrading.html): This is the artwork previously on display at the Eddie and Kay Aldridge Arts and Historical Collections Museum. - [Maura Davies](https://aldridgegardens.com/art/ondisplay/2024-artists/maura-davies.html): This is the artwork previously on display at the Eddie and Kay Aldridge Arts and Historical Collections Museum. - [2023 Artists](https://aldridgegardens.com/art/ondisplay/2023-artists/) - [Art Meripol](https://aldridgegardens.com/art/ondisplay/2023-artists/art-meripol.html): This is the artwork currently on display at the Eddie and Kay Aldridge Arts and Historical Collections Museum. - [Timothy Joe](https://aldridgegardens.com/art/ondisplay/2023-artists/timothy-joe.html): This is the artwork currently on display at the Eddie and Kay Aldridge Arts and Historical Collections Museum. - [Eric Poland](https://aldridgegardens.com/art/ondisplay/2023-artists/eric-poland.html): This is the artwork currently on display at the Eddie and Kay Aldridge Arts and Historical Collections Museum. - [Andy Jordan](https://aldridgegardens.com/art/ondisplay/2023-artists/andy-jordan.html): This is the artwork currently on display at the Eddie and Kay Aldridge Arts and Historical Collections Museum. - [Anne Corhern](https://aldridgegardens.com/art/ondisplay/2023-artists/anne-corhern.html): This is the artwork currently on display at the Eddie and Kay Aldridge Arts and Historical Collections Museum. - [Visions of the Black Belt](https://aldridgegardens.com/art/ondisplay/2023-artists/visions-of-the-black-belt.html): This is the artwork currently on display at the Eddie and Kay Aldridge Arts and Historical Collections Museum. - [2022 Artists](https://aldridgegardens.com/art/ondisplay/2022-artists/) - [Ken Boyd](https://aldridgegardens.com/art/ondisplay/2022-artists/ken-boyd.html): This is the artwork currently on display at the Eddie and Kay Aldridge Arts and Historical Collections Museum. - [Ashley Armistead](https://aldridgegardens.com/art/ondisplay/2022-artists/ashley-armistead.html): This is the artwork currently on display at the Eddie and Kay Aldridge Arts and Historical Collections Museum. - [Dottie West](https://aldridgegardens.com/art/ondisplay/2022-artists/dottie-west.html): This is the artwork currently on display at the Eddie and Kay Aldridge Arts and Historical Collections Museum. - [Mary Lynn Robbins](https://aldridgegardens.com/art/ondisplay/2022-artists/mary-lynn-robbins.html): This is the artwork currently on display at the Eddie and Kay Aldridge Arts and Historical Collections Museum. - [Alabama Plein Air Artists](https://aldridgegardens.com/art/ondisplay/2022-artists/alabama-plein-air-artists.html): This is the artwork currently on display at the Eddie and Kay Aldridge Arts and Historical Collections Museum. - [2021 Artists](https://aldridgegardens.com/art/ondisplay/2021-artists/) - [Lowell Vann](https://aldridgegardens.com/art/ondisplay/2021-artists/lowell-vann.html): This is the artwork currently on display at the Eddie and Kay Aldridge Arts and Historical Collections Museum. - [BPAA Permanent Collection](https://aldridgegardens.com/art/ondisplay/2021-artists/bpaa-permanent-collection.html): This is the artwork currently on display at the Eddie and Kay Aldridge Arts and Historical Collections Museum. - [Laura Reddick Reichert](https://aldridgegardens.com/art/ondisplay/2021-artists/laura-reddick-reichert.html): This is the artwork currently on display at the Eddie and Kay Aldridge Arts and Historical Collections Museum. - [2020 Artists](https://aldridgegardens.com/art/ondisplay/2020-artists/) - [Chuck Jones](https://aldridgegardens.com/art/ondisplay/2020-artists/chuck-jones.html): This is the artwork currently on display at the Eddie and Kay Aldridge Arts and Historical Collections Museum. - [Ron Lewis](https://aldridgegardens.com/art/ondisplay/2020-artists/ron-lewis.html): This is the artwork currently on display at the Eddie and Kay Aldridge Arts and Historical Collections Museum. - [Artist Application](https://aldridgegardens.com/art/artist-application.html): Apply to be an exhibited artist at Aldridge Gardens. - [Ken Jackson Collection](https://aldridgegardens.com/art/ken_jackson.html): Aldridge Gardens is home to the largest publicly-available collection of Frank Fleming bronze sculptures. ## Classes & Events - [Classes & Events](https://aldridgegardens.com/education/) - [Events](https://aldridgegardens.com/education/events/) - [Something for Everyone!](https://aldridgegardens.com/education/events/eventsataldridge.html): There's something for everyone at Aldridge Gardens! - [Event Calendar](https://aldridgegardens.com/education/events/spring_event_calendar.html) - [Annual Events](https://aldridgegardens.com/education/events/annual_events/) - [Hydrangeas Under the Stars](https://aldridgegardens.com/education/events/annual_events/hydrangeas-under-the-stars.html): Experience Hoover's social event of the year, under the stars! Enjoy a special evening of great food, entertainment, and silent as well as live auctions all to benefit Aldridge Gardens. - [Taste of Hoover](https://aldridgegardens.com/education/events/annual_events/taste-of-hoover.html): Enjoy an autumn evening of sampling delicious dishes from some of Hoover’s best restaurants and Aldridge Gardens’ preferred caterers while listening to live entertainment. - [Spring Plant Sale](https://aldridgegardens.com/education/events/annual_events/annual_plant_sale/) - [Event Info](https://aldridgegardens.com/education/events/annual_events/annual_plant_sale/spring_plant_sale.html): Shoppers will find many varieties and sizes of plants, including hydrangeas, at our annual Spring Plant Sale. Aldridge Gardens members get 10% off purchases. - [2026 Available Plants](https://aldridgegardens.com/education/events/annual_events/annual_plant_sale/featured_plants.html): See our list of hydrangeas, natives, and companions plants scheduled to be available at our Spring Plant Sale. - [Adult Education](https://aldridgegardens.com/education/adulteducation/) - [Continuing Education Classes](https://aldridgegardens.com/education/adulteducation/adulteducation.html) - [Mah Jongg](https://aldridgegardens.com/education/adulteducation/mah-jongg.html): Mah Jongg, Open Play, Lessons, Beginner, NMJL, American Mah Jongg - [Children's Education](https://aldridgegardens.com/education/childrenseducation/) - [Hands-On Learning](https://aldridgegardens.com/education/childrenseducation/childrenseducation.html) - [Field Trips](https://aldridgegardens.com/education/childrenseducation/fieldtrips.html) - [Storywalk](https://aldridgegardens.com/education/childrenseducation/storywalk.html) - [Trail to Fort Aldridge](https://aldridgegardens.com/education/childrenseducation/trail-to-fort-aldridge.html): Through a grant from the Cawaco RC&D Council, a new addition to the path at Aldridge Gardens leads adults and children to a new imaginative play area known as Fort Aldridge. - [Summer Camps](https://aldridgegardens.com/education/summer-camps/) - [2026 Schedule and Registration](https://aldridgegardens.com/education/summer-camps/2026-schedule-and-registration.html): summer camp, aldridge gardens, hoover, kids, camp ## Support & Membership - [Support & Membership](https://aldridgegardens.com/support/) - [Support the Gardens](https://aldridgegardens.com/support/support.html) - [Donations](https://aldridgegardens.com/support/donations/) - [Ways to Donate](https://aldridgegardens.com/support/donations/donations.html): See all of the different ways to donate to Aldridge Gardens. - [Make a General Donation](https://aldridgegardens.com/support/donations/make-a-donation.html): Make a donation to Aldridge Gardens in Hoover, Alabama. - [Honor Someone Special](https://aldridgegardens.com/support/donations/honorariums.html) - [Memorials](https://aldridgegardens.com/support/donations/memorials.html): memorials - [Walk of Life Pavers](https://aldridgegardens.com/support/donations/purchasepaver.html) - [Leave A Legacy](https://aldridgegardens.com/support/donations/plannedgiving.html) - [Our Sustaining Sponsors](https://aldridgegardens.com/support/donations/sustaining_sponsors.html) - [Veterans Memorial Arbor](https://aldridgegardens.com/support/donations/veterans-memorial-arbor.html): We are very excited about our mission to honor our veterans. Our Veterans Memorial Arbor will spans the 125-foot dam on our lake. It includes a ceremonial area overlooking the water and features al... - [Veterans Memorial Arbor Paver](https://aldridgegardens.com/support/donations/veterans-memorial-arbor-paver.html): Our Veterans Memorial Arbor spans the 125-foot dam on our lake. It includes a ceremonial area overlooking the water and features all of the service branch flags, as well as the American flag. We in... - [Membership](https://aldridgegardens.com/support/membership/) - [Benefits of Gardens Membership](https://aldridgegardens.com/support/membership/membership.html) - [Membership Levels](https://aldridgegardens.com/support/membership/membershiplevels.html) - [Join or Renew Membership](https://aldridgegardens.com/support/membership/becomemember.html) - [Give the Gift of Membership](https://aldridgegardens.com/support/membership/giftmembership.html) - [Propagator Club Membership](https://aldridgegardens.com/support/membership/propagatorclub/) - [Propagator Membership](https://aldridgegardens.com/support/membership/propagatorclub/propagatorclub.html): The Propagator Club is a brand new way for members to network and grow their businesses in the beauty of the Gardens. - [Reciprocal Garden Admissions](https://aldridgegardens.com/support/membership/reciprocalgardens.html) - [Members-Only Events](https://aldridgegardens.com/support/membership/membersonly.html) - [Photography Guild](https://aldridgegardens.com/support/photographyguild/) - [About the Photography Guild](https://aldridgegardens.com/support/photographyguild/photoguild.html): Aldridge Gardens is pleased to offer its Photography Guild Membership. This special annual membership provides benefits specifically for professional photographers. - [Photography Guild Members](https://aldridgegardens.com/support/photographyguild/photoguildmembers.html) - [Photography Guild Gallery](https://aldridgegardens.com/support/photographyguild/photoguildgallery.html) - [Join Our Photography Guild](https://aldridgegardens.com/support/photographyguild/joinguild.html): Aldridge Gardens is pleased to offer its Photography Guild Membership. This special annual membership provides benefits specifically for professional photographers. ## Volunteer - [Volunteer](https://aldridgegardens.com/volunteer_opportunities/) - [Volunteer Your Time](https://aldridgegardens.com/volunteer_opportunities/volunteer_needs.html) - [Online Volunteer Applications](https://aldridgegardens.com/volunteer_opportunities/online_applications/) - [Volunteer Application for Adults](https://aldridgegardens.com/volunteer_opportunities/online_applications/adult_volunteer.html): Volunteering at Aldridge Gardens is about so much more than just gardening. While we do need help around the grounds, your time and talents in other areas are valuable, too. We have ongoing opportu... - [Volunteer Application for Students](https://aldridgegardens.com/volunteer_opportunities/online_applications/student_volunteers.html): Volunteering at Aldridge Gardens is about so much more than just gardening. While we do need help around the grounds, your time and talents in other areas are valuable, too. We have ongoing opportu... ## Weddings & Rentals - [Weddings & Rentals](https://aldridgegardens.com/rentals/) - [Facility Rentals](https://aldridgegardens.com/rentals/rentals.html): Hold your wedding, reception or gathering at one of the most beautiful spots in the Birmingham Area. - [Weddings](https://aldridgegardens.com/rentals/getmarried.html): Aldridge Gardens will make your wedding day unforgettable. - [Wedding Gallery](https://aldridgegardens.com/rentals/wedding_gallery/) - [Images and Inspiration](https://aldridgegardens.com/rentals/wedding_gallery/weddinggallery.html) - [Ceremonies](https://aldridgegardens.com/rentals/wedding_gallery/ceremonies.html): Hold your wedding, reception or gathering at one of the most beautiful spots in the Birmingham Area. Aldridge Gardens in Hoover is filled with natural beauty no matter what season. Spring blooming ... - [Receptions](https://aldridgegardens.com/rentals/wedding_gallery/receptions.html): Hold your wedding and reception all in one place - at the most beautiful spot in Hoover! - [Garden Locations](https://aldridgegardens.com/rentals/wedding_gallery/weddinglocations.html) - [Corporate Meetings & Events](https://aldridgegardens.com/rentals/corporate.html) - [Group & Family Parties](https://aldridgegardens.com/rentals/familygatherings.html) - [Approved Caterers](https://aldridgegardens.com/rentals/approvedcaterers.html) ## Optional - [Volunteer Garden Work Day](https://aldridgegardens.com/welcome/visitingthegardens/calendar.html/event/2026/10/28/volunteer-garden-work-day) - [Hydrangea Society Meeting](https://aldridgegardens.com/welcome/visitingthegardens/calendar.html/event/2026/10/28/hydrangea-society-meeting) - [Immersive Yoga](https://aldridgegardens.com/welcome/visitingthegardens/calendar.html/event/2026/10/29/immersive-yoga) - [Mah Jongg Lesson 1 Beginner](https://aldridgegardens.com/welcome/visitingthegardens/calendar.html/event/2026/11/01/mah-jongg-lesson-1-beginner) - [Mah Jongg Open Play](https://aldridgegardens.com/welcome/visitingthegardens/calendar.html/event/2026/11/01/mah-jongg-open-play) - [Mayor S Ball A Heart For Arts Celebration](https://aldridgegardens.com/welcome/visitingthegardens/calendar.html/event/2026/11/01/mayor-s-ball-a-heart-for-arts-celebration) - [Mah Jongg Lesson 2 Advanced Beginner](https://aldridgegardens.com/welcome/visitingthegardens/calendar.html/event/2026/11/01/mah-jongg-lesson-2-advanced-beginner) - [575696](https://aldridgegardens.com/welcome/visitingthegardens/calendar.html/event/2026/11/04/volunteer-garden-work-day/575696) - [572035](https://aldridgegardens.com/welcome/visitingthegardens/calendar.html/event/2026/11/05/immersive-yoga/572035) - [Nature Journaling Class](https://aldridgegardens.com/welcome/visitingthegardens/calendar.html/event/2026/11/07/nature-journaling-class) - [575697](https://aldridgegardens.com/welcome/visitingthegardens/calendar.html/event/2026/11/11/volunteer-garden-work-day/575697) - [572024](https://aldridgegardens.com/welcome/visitingthegardens/calendar.html/event/2026/11/11/nature-journaling-class/572024) - [572036](https://aldridgegardens.com/welcome/visitingthegardens/calendar.html/event/2026/11/12/immersive-yoga/572036) - [574194](https://aldridgegardens.com/welcome/visitingthegardens/calendar.html/event/2026/11/15/mah-jongg-lesson-1-beginner/574194) - [574535](https://aldridgegardens.com/welcome/visitingthegardens/calendar.html/event/2026/11/15/mah-jongg-open-play/574535) - [574200](https://aldridgegardens.com/welcome/visitingthegardens/calendar.html/event/2026/11/15/mah-jongg-lesson-2-advanced-beginner/574200) - [572037](https://aldridgegardens.com/welcome/visitingthegardens/calendar.html/event/2026/11/19/immersive-yoga/572037) - [Members Only Guided Bird Walk](https://aldridgegardens.com/welcome/visitingthegardens/calendar.html/event/2026/11/21/members-only-guided-bird-walk) - [Nordic Walking With Leroy Hurt](https://aldridgegardens.com/welcome/visitingthegardens/calendar.html/event/2026/12/05/nordic-walking-with-leroy-hurt) - [572025](https://aldridgegardens.com/welcome/visitingthegardens/calendar.html/event/2026/12/05/nature-journaling-class/572025) - [574195](https://aldridgegardens.com/welcome/visitingthegardens/calendar.html/event/2026/12/06/mah-jongg-lesson-1-beginner/574195) - [574536](https://aldridgegardens.com/welcome/visitingthegardens/calendar.html/event/2026/12/06/mah-jongg-open-play/574536) - [574201](https://aldridgegardens.com/welcome/visitingthegardens/calendar.html/event/2026/12/06/mah-jongg-lesson-2-advanced-beginner/574201) - [572026](https://aldridgegardens.com/welcome/visitingthegardens/calendar.html/event/2026/12/09/nature-journaling-class/572026)