Event name
Garden and History Tour of Colonial Lake by Charleston Parks Conservancy
When
Fri 04 / 19 / 2024
10:00 AM to 11:30 AM
10:00 AM to 11:30 AM
Where
Colonial Lake
Who can attend
Members only (login required)
Limited Capacity: 11 spots available
Price
$13.00
Organizer
Elizabeth Hazard
Come for a private tour by the Charleston Parks Conservancy of the history and impressive renovation of Colonial Lake. Crews broke ground on the Colonial Lake project in January 2015 after years of planning, fundraising and design. Some of the project's most complex work involved creating an improved water control system so the water within the Colonial Lake basin could more efficiently flow in and out of the Ashley River. In addition, repairs to the 140-year old tabby seawall required significant research to develop the oyster shell/sand mixture to closely match the original tabby mixture, with consultation from the Scottish Lime Centre Trust and others to ensure that the repairs will last for another 140 years.
The Conservancy and its Park Angel volunteers began their work in the gardens surrounding the lake. The Conservancy added an initial 20,000 plants to the park. The Conservancy introduced a new horticultural style to Colonial Lake while retaining the love for tradition here in the Lowcountry. The overall goal wasto create a garden that varies with the seasons while reflecting aspects of Charleston's history and the beauty of the Lowcountry.
Tour Description: Colonial Lake Horticultural Tours
This tour will introduce guests to one of Charleston‘s most visited and iconic parks. The Conservancy‘s long time horticulture & gardening expert, Kellen Goodell, will draw upon his unique 14 year history as one of the dedicated stewards of Colonial Lake to lead a one hour tour including historical highlights, in-depth horticultural insights, the story of the Conservancy‘s impact and Q&A. Kellen will discuss how the Conservancy‘s ever evolving work in response to rising tides, frequent flooding events and other challenges will protect this important public park for future generations. Each guest will receive a "Field Guide to Colonial Lake" handout.
This tour will introduce guests to one of Charleston‘s most visited and iconic parks. The Conservancy‘s long time horticulture & gardening expert, Kellen Goodell, will draw upon his unique 14 year history as one of the dedicated stewards of Colonial Lake to lead a one hour tour including historical highlights, in-depth horticultural insights, the story of the Conservancy‘s impact and Q&A. Kellen will discuss how the Conservancy‘s ever evolving work in response to rising tides, frequent flooding events and other challenges will protect this important public park for future generations. Each guest will receive a "Field Guide to Colonial Lake" handout.
Parking / Meeting Spot
Meet a bit before 10am at the corner of Broad Street & Rutledge Avenue. Tour lasts approximately 1 hour - although may run a bit over that time depending on questions and discussion. Handicap parking is available at Colonial Lake and the paths around the lake are wheelchair accessible.