Events & Programs

2009 Hours, Classes and Events

Euphorbia 'Red Wing'

 

Yew Dell Gardens is open for visits and self-guided tours during the regular hours listed below. Come try out our new iPod tours, free!

Guided group tours can be arranged by calling 502-241-4788.

Volunteer Work Days are scheduled the second Saturday of each month, March through November.

Admission

$7.00 per adult
$5.00 for seniors

Free for members and children 12 and under

 
Winter Hours: December through March
      Monday-Friday, 10 a.m. - 4 p.m.

Summer Hours: April through November
      Monday-Saturday, 10 a.m. - 4 p.m.; Sunday 12 p.m. - 4 p.m.

  

Yew Dell Gardens will be closed on the following days:
     New Years Day
     President's Day
     Martin Luther King's Birthday (Monday)
     Kentucky Derby Weekend (first Saturday and Sunday in May)
 
     Thanksgiving Day (third Thursday of November) 
     Holiday Week (December 24 through January 1)

 

 2009 UPCOMING CLASSES & EVENTS

* Since most of our classes fill quickly, a paid reservation results in others being turned away. For this reason, we are unable to make refunds for cancelled reservations. We thank you in advance for your understanding and cooperation.

 

 SCULPTURE IN THE DELL

May 30th through August 2nd regular hours and admisson

Last year’s Sculpture show was so popular that we decided to make this an annual event! Visit the gardens to see 65 sculptures by 22 professional artists and 3 local high school art classes.  Enjoy the two-month show to see great garden sculptures in the unmatched setting of Yew Dell’s gardens and grounds. Come stroll the gardens, take in the garden art, and possibly take home just the right piece for your own garden.
 

 WHAT'S IN A NAME? TRADEMARKS, CULTIVARS, GENUS AND SPECIES

July 1st, 10am - 3pm

Plant names and relationships can tell gardeners volumes about plant cultural needs and garden traits. Don’t miss the rare opportunity to learn the art of untangling plant names and making sense of what’s on the labels of plants in nurseries. Includes lunch.

$40 for members $50 for non-members

 THIRD THURSDAY CONCERT IN THE DELL -- BOURBON BAROQUE

July 16th, 7pm - 9pm

Louisville's Period Instrument Ensemble Bourbon Baroque performs music of the 17th and 18th centuries on the instruments for which the music was composed. Come hear the organic sounds of period instruments in the sanctuary of natural beauty.

$12 for members $15 for non-members

  GARDEN PHOTOGRAPHY WORKSHOP

July 25th, 9am - 3pm

Join former Southern Living photographer Joseph De Sciose for a wonderful opportunity to learn how to take beautiful garden and plant photos.  The workshop will include classroom presentation and hands-on instruction on everything from equipment to composition and technique.  Bring a camera and tripod if you have them, and plan to be amazed by your own photos.  Program includes boxed lunch.

$75 for members $85 for non-members

  AN EVENING OF FRESH HERBS AND HEIRLOOM TOMATOES

August 11th, 5:30 - 8pm

Join Yew Dell staff and a host of others for this celebration of the best of the summer garden.  Mark Williams of Slowfood Bluegrass will be offering cooking/preparation demonstrations and samples.  We'll have local farmers and producers showing off, providing samples and selling the best of fresh herbs and heirloom veggies.  We guarantee that you'll go home with a new appreciation for all the possibilities for your fresh harvest.

$10 for members $15 for non-members

 NEW PLANT WORKSHOP

August 20th, 9am - 3pm

Yew Dell has made its name as a place that collects and evaluates some of the best of the newest plants coming onto the market. This day-long workshop with Dr. Cappiello will offer attendees a close-up view of the best of the best. Includes lunch.

$40 for members $50 for non-members

 THIRD THURSDAY CONCERT IN THE DELL -- BOURBON BAROQUE

August 20th , 7pm - 9pm

Louisville's Period Instrument Ensemble Bourbon Baroque performs music of the 17th and 18th centuries on the instruments for which the music was composed. Come hear the organic sounds of period instruments in the sanctuary of natural beauty.

$12 for members $15 for non-members

  HUMMINGBIRD FESTIVAL sponsored by DR. JB's Clean Feeder

August 29th    1 - 4pm

Don't miss our second annual event scheduled during the height of the hummingbird migration through Crestwood.  Learn the tricks of attracting hummingbirds to your garden and feeders.  Talk with nationally recognized hummingbird photographer Russ Thompson about capturing the perfect snapshot.  Watch experts catch, band and release hummingbirds.  Hummingbird feeders and plants will be available for sale.

regular admission

 THIRD THURSDAY CONCERT IN THE DELL -- Louisville Bach Society

July 16th, 7pm - 9pm

$12 for members $15 for non-members

  TWILIGHT IN THE GARDEN

October 10th, 6pm

Yew Dell's annual event featuring outstanding live and silent acutions, and dinner and cocktails among some of the best gardens and plants in the region.  A year's worth of planning culminates in one fantastic evening that you won't want to miss. Enjoy Yew Dell at its finest while supporting the continued growth and success of all that is Yew Dell Gardens.  Sponsorship opportunities available-- contact us today!

$175/person

Yew Dell Gardens is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization.

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