FIELD TRIP: Hollister House Garden Field Trip

 




Hollister House Garden Field Trip

300 Nettleton Hollow Road, Washington, CT 06793

DATE: June 10, 2026

 

A classic garden in the English manner, with a loosely formal structure, informally planted in generous abundance situated in the Litchfield hills of Connecticut.

 

In June the garden reaches a peak of beauty and abundance So many good things are in bloom, among them roses and peonies, and everything is still fresh and unblemished by insect attack or fungus.

 

Visitors taking photos must stay on pathways and not block access or passage of other visitors. Walking in planted areas or placing anything in planted areas is prohibited.

Tripods are permitted only during Artist and Photographer hours on Wednesday mornings.

 

DATE: June 10, 2026

Time: Meet in the parking lot at 9:45 – Gardens from 10-12:00 to explore and photograph with your tripods.  After that time, they must be put away.

Lunch:  12:30  - We will go to a restaurant in Washington, CT  (To be announced)

After lunch – you are free to explore the quaint town of Washington or nearby attractions on your own.

RAIN CANCELS

Group Leader:  Jan Doyle

Please respond to jmdteach@comcast.net if you plan on going.  Leave your name and cell phone number.