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Friends of Vander Veer
The Friends of Vander Veer
 
     The Friends of Vander Veer is a nonprofit organization that supports the ongoing restoration and programming efforts at Vander Veer Botanical Park.  If you are not a member of the Friends of Vander Veer, now's the time to join!  As summer approaches, it is a great time to secure your membership.  Staff and volunteers are continuing to expand education programs, special events, and Park Store merchandise, making Friends membership even more valuable.
 
     At all levels, members receive:  free admission to the Conservatory; a subscription to Gardentalk Newsletter; discounts in the Park Store and on educational programs; reciprocal admission and discounts to other gardens around the nation; event updates, park activities, and other membership perks throughout the year!
 
Vander Veer Conservatory
 
     Since 1991, The Friends of Vander Veer have worked with the City of Davenport and numerous community groups on park renovation and educational projects, including:
  1. Lagoon renovation
  2. Addition of a pergola and fountain to the Rose Garden
  3. Installation of the Children's Sculpture Garden, Hosta Glade, and Majestic Hope sculpture
  4. Restoration of the Grand Allée
  5. Volunteer programs
  6. Display labels and catalog for the Tropical/Subtropical collection
  7. Tree guides

Projects on the master plan include the restoration of the Stone Fountain.

Please consider joining The Friends of Vander Veer, a non-profit organization whose mission is to promote, educate, and have fun with horticulture.
 
Join the Friends of Vander Veer today and watch the Park grow tomorrow!  To join call the Friends of Vander Veer office @ 563-323-3298 or click on the membership form link below.

Please click on Friends of Vander Veer Membership Form (pdf) to download.

Mail to:
The Friends of Vander Veer
214 W. Central Park Ave.
Davenport, IA 52803.
Your postage is one additional way to contribute to the organization.
 
 
2008 Holiday Luncheon
 
Click on 2008 Luncheon Recipes to download this years holiday treats

News Highlights

P & R Advisory Board Meeting Minutes
Wednesday, October 07, 2009
Minutes from Parks and Recreation Advisory Board Meetings.
2009 Fall & Winter Catalog
Thursday, September 10, 2009
Check out what's happening this fall and winter with Davenport Parks and Recreation!

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