by Beth Monroe, Public Relations Director, Lewis Ginter Botanical Garden
The year 2010 was a year of extremes for us here at Lewis Ginter Botanical Garden: the wettest spring, the hottest summer, and the coldest December. We also had the extreme pleasure of exhibiting Glorious Glass in the Garden, which ends January 10, 2011, after a nine-month run. The glass sculptures by Hans Godo Frabel are just as captivating as ever and seem to have enjoyed four seasons in the Garden!

Clowns after installation in March

Clowns enjoying balmy days in June

Clowns against fall color in October

Clowns frolicking in the December snow
Below are a few more photos from 2010 of dazzling displays, exciting events and some of the people who make the Garden such a special place.

Staff pitch in for the arrival of Glorious Glass

Tulip border during A Million Blooms

Garden "Geezer" volunteers at Plant Sale

Mother's Day at Lewis Ginter Botanical Garden

Father's Day at Lewis Ginter Botanical Garden

Flowers After 5

Glass Blowing Demonstration

Fourth of July -- a day of free admission to the Garden!

A visit by Richmond Redevelopment Housing Authority residents during Families After 5

Going on a Bug Hunt during Families After 5

Staff and volunteers working together in the Garden

Getting Ready for Goblins and Gourds

We had an exceptionally beautiful fall this year

Planting Bulbs for Spring 2011!

Dominion GardenFest of Lights (photo: Don Williamson)
We look forward to seeing you in 2011 for more great times!

Garden Shop, Conservatory and Security Staff in the Conservatory

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