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Take a walk through history in the special gardens that commemorate the first English colonists who came to North America in 1584-1587. The Elizabethan Gardens, off the shores of Roanoke Island, is located on the same site which the colonists first landed. Take pleasure in one of the finest examples of gardens of this period and the exquisite antique statuary located on the premises.
By walking through the garden, created by the Garden Club of North Carolina, you will quickly learn why this spot has been featured in many landscape books and calendars. Do not fret if you cannot make it to this destination during the spring as it is open 7 days a week year round.
Each season brings in a colorful, fresh and invigorating array of flowering plants, shrubs, and trees that can be enjoyed throughout the year.
Garden highlights include:
- The thatched roof, 16th century-style gazebo that overlooks Roanoke Sound
- A marble statue of Virginia Dare carved in Italy by Maria Louisa Lander
- The ancient live oak thought to be more than 400 years old
- The Sunken Garden with an antique Italian fountain as its central focal point
- The Shakespearean Herb Garden
- The Queen’s Rose Garden featuring pierced brick walls and The Queen Elizabeth Rose which was given to The Elizabethan Gardens by Queen Elizabeth II
- The world’s largest bronze statue of HRH Queen Elizabeth I
The environment of this 16th century pleasure garden is especially enchanting while partaking in programs and events hosted by The Elizabethan Gardens such as their Easter egg hunt and Mother’s Day event. You can also relive history through their plays and cultural events. The Elizabethan Gardens also provides an excellent venue for wedding receptions, family gatherings, educational workshops, meetings or other special events.
Plan a visit to tour the majestic garden with its plethora of beautiful flowering plants, wildflowers, shrubs and trees located at the historic site of The Lost Colony. Check out their website to take a virtual tour and obtain general information at www.elizabethangardens.org.
Contact Information:
The Elizabethan Gardens
1411 National Park Drive
Manteo, NC 27954
252-473-3234