Join us on May 5th for a panel discussion and Q&A centering on the place where preservation meets conservation in the beloved Halifax Public Gardens.

With a shift away from the idea that historical assets should be frozen in time, the Gardens continues to evolve while maintaining its defining cultural elements. Our knowledgeable panellists will discuss how even its most tangible assets have been subject to change, and how each significant change has reflected the public will at various points in history.  This engaging conversation will unpack the notion that conservation rests on carrying forward the important essence of this historic gem, rather than specific buildings, statues, trees, and plants.

Admission is free, but we ask that you register here.

Paint the Gardens, 2025

Once again this summer, artists are invited to come inside and Paint the Gardens. 

Information and guidelines, coming soon.

 Tours of the Halifax Public Gardens

GUIDED TOURS           PUBLIC GARDENS            SUMMER 2025

Free one-hour horticultural and historical tours.  Join us as we explore the highlights of this National Historic Site; the only surviving Victorian Garden in North America. 

Scheduled tours: Monday - Sunday, daily at 10:30 am, 12noon, 1:30 pm and 3 pm, plus Wednesdays at 6:30p.  Register at the Friends of the Public Gardens Visitor Information Desk in Horticultural Hall prior to a tour beginning. Tours begin in Juan Plaza, halfway between South Park and Summer Street on the Spring Garden Road side of the Gardens.

Bird Walk - Meet at the Summer Street entrance to Camp Hill Cemetery at 7:30 am each Wednesday morning from May 21 to October 1, 2024.  

Virtual Public Gardens Bird Tour: www.youtube.com/watch?v=8Kq04RC1ews

Tours of the Public Gardens and the Bird Walk are not only for tourists! Everyone is invited to join us. You’ll enjoy the Gardens in a whole new way the next time you visit.

Tours by Reservation – contact: info@halifaxpublicgardens.ca or visit the Visitor Information Desk.