The 69th annual benefit for the gardens, grounds and woodlands of
WASHINGTON NATIONAL CATHEDRAL
Sponsored by All Hallows Guild
Friday, May 2, 10 am to 6 pm and
Saturday, May 3, 10 am to 5 pm
“Celebrating the Cathedral Centennial and
The Republic of South Africa”
Honorary Chairman: His Excellency Welile Nhlapo
South African Ambassador to the United States
AHG Flower Mart Chairman 2008: Debbie Page
(e-mail: Flowermart2008@earthlink.net)
Since 1954, when “theme Marts” began, 2008 is the first time that the Republic of South Africa will be our “theme country” for this very special Flower Mart. To get a flavor of Washington’s Premier Springtime Festival, click here to view a Flower Mart Video.
Fun, Activities & Food Will Surround the Cathedral
- Free admission; open rain or shine, outdoors on the beautiful Cathedral grounds.
- Music & Entertainment provided both days—no admission charge
- More than fifty boutique booths, filled with gift items for home and garden
- Floral displays inside the Cathedral representing countries around the world
- The antique carousel will operate both days
- Puppet shows
- Children’s games and rides both days
- Lobster rolls (A Flower Mart tradition) both days
- A variety of tasty foods
- Antiques and collectibles for sale
- Used & rare books
- Plants of all kinds: herbs, annuals, perennials
- Cathedral Tower Climb on both days
- Olmsted Woods and Garden Tours
- Horticulture and landscape exhibits and events
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