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LARA SMITH CONCERT TICKETS WILL BE AVAILABLE UP TO THE START OF THE EVENT ON SUNDAY, OCT 11TH AT 5PM.  VENUE IS NOW THE STATION.

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UPDATED BOX MEAL LINK https://secure.givelively.org/event/hart-county-botanical-garden-inc/concert-box-picnic-october-11-2026
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CONCERT VENUE CHANGE Due to the forecasted inclement weather; this Sunday's Lara Smith Concert will be at The Station of Hartwell.

We can accommodate more people!!

And you are likely to stay dry and warm!!

Thanks to Suzanne and Scott for their generous offer to use The Station of Hartwell.


There will be a walk-up bar for all varieties of refreshments.


Tickets are still available at hartcogardens.com and this link.
https://secure.givelively.org/event/hart-county-botanical-garden-inc/lara-smith-music-concert-in-the-garden-2026-series

And we will be selling seats at the door!!



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Hart County Botanical Garden


​Our Mission
To create a public garden that will be ​a place of beauty in Hart County, 
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providing education, enrichment and enjoyment to all who visit.
The garden consists of approximately eight acres located adjacent to Hart County Athletic facility at 1277 Elberton Highway in Hartwell, Georgia.   Under a new ten year lease, begun in 2024, your Hart County Botanical Garden Incorporated leases the property from the County at a rental fee of $1 per year. The lease also provides for renewal options in ten year increments.  The lease further provides that the maintenance of the Garden will be provided by Hart County Botanical Garden members and friends of the Garden.  Hart County will have no financial responsibility for its maintenance. 

Hart County Botanical Garden Incorporated is a 501(c) 3 organization consisting of dues-paying members with a board of directors and officers elected by the membership.  The four directors are elected for two-year terms on a staggered basis.  The members elect officers for a one-year term.  The two co-directors of the garden each serve a three-year term.  Meetings of the Board of Directors are held quarterly.  Garden Friends Member meetings are held monthly, excluding April, July, August and December. 

​While some members are Georgia Master Gardeners, one need not be a Master Gardener to become a member . . . only a love of nature!

More Volunteer Curators are welcome.  Please consider helping your Garden thrive! 
​Contact us through this link
 
[email protected]


What a great day on Sunday, Sept 27th.  You all joined in for 

​​the Garden's 25th Anniversary Celebration!!

​Thanks so much!

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Hart County Board of Directors and Officers
(Left to right)
Dana Scott, Jeannie Brownsberger, Jean Kidd, Woody Eakin, Luanne Burgess (President),
Debiie Ray, Woody Matthews, Diane Slayton, Amy Clark and Vickie Peace

September 28, 2026
On Sunday, September 27th the Hart County Botanical Garden enjoyed what Sun photographer
Bill Powell said was a “Chamber of Commerce” day. The Friends of the Garden, past and
present Board members and supporters came together to celebrate the 25th Anniversary of the
Garden. With over 80 people in attendance, Luanne Burgess, current president of the Board,
kicked off the event acknowledging all of the contributors for the ongoing success of the
Garden. Luanne recognized the Master Gardeners who took the first steps toward ensuring the
plot of land, that is now the Garden, provided by the county was well maintained and served the
community.

​The other presenters highlighted the major milestones achieved in the 25 years. Special
attention was given to the major events for the Garden’s growth, such as the transition from the
Master Gardeners to the Friend of the Garden, the construction of the walking paths, the
inclusion of the very popular Children’s Garden, Amphitheater, Moon House, Pavilion, Mamaw’s
House and all the individual gardens. Rounding out the day's festivities, all the guests were
served a special cake and refreshments. Curators for each garden hosted the attendees and
visitors. A family from Winnipeg, Canada was there on Sunday. They were in town to spend
time in the Garden for a birthday since their children moved to Hartwell and spoke so highly of
the overall Garden experience.

The Garden is a non-profit organization and relies upon the generosity of the community,
including the city and county for support. Fundraising is a major task for all the volunteers with
the annual plant sale in April and the summer concert series providing a major source of the
Garden’s budget each year. Membership is available on the website.

Tickets for a final Concert
in the Garden featuring Lara Smith on Sunday, October 11th are available on social media.


Our Gardens - HART COUNTY BOTANICAL GARDEN

https://www.hartcogardens.com/

THE HART COUNTY BOTANICAL GARDEN IS A 501(c) 3 ORGANIZATION
We are so thankful for each of you and the many ways you support and love our Garden.
 2026 Membership Drive
We’d be delighted to have you continue (or begin!) your membership with us.
Membership Donations
Individual: $25
Family: $40
Business/Corporate: $60
Membership runs January–December 31, 2026.
Membership Benefits Include
Access to the Members-Only Plant Sale Pre-Sale
Early access to concert tickets (some shows sell out before public sales!)
Garden news, emails, events, and helpful gardening & plant information
Reduced rates on Pavilion chair and table rentals
Your membership donation directly supports our all-volunteer, self-supporting, nonprofit Garden—and we truly couldn’t do this without you.
Thank you for helping the Garden grow 
Renew your membership here:
https://secure.givelively.org/donate/hart-county-botanical-garden-inc/membership-drive-2026

​News and Frequently Asked Questions

NEWS FOR YOU, OUR VOLUNTEERS AND FRIENDS
💚 Volunteer Appreciation
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A heartfelt thank you to Woody Eakin for his incredible dedication—building a new insect home, kids’ picnic table, and more!
And cheers to our cheerful Mulch Crew: Pam Gordon, Doug Moore, Ed Clark, Bob Otis, and Lorin Sinn-Clark for spreading so much mulch in just two days!
FAQ - WHERE ARE THE HCBG BY-LAWS LOCATED?
The HCBG By-Laws can be located on the About Us/History page on this website. The link below will take you right to the page. The By-Laws are at the bottom of the page.
HCBG By-Laws
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1277 Elberton Hwy (Hwy 77 South) Hartwell, GA 30643
(706) 436-1557
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1277 Elberton Hwy (Hwy 77 South) Hartwell, GA 30643
(706) 436-1557
[email protected]


Copyright Reserved, 2026
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