Welcome to
America’s Rose Garden
at the GARDENS of the
AMERICAN ROSE CENTER
Welcome to the GARDENS of the
AMERICAN ROSE CENTER
Home of the Rose, AMERICA’S NATIONAL FLORAL EMBLEM, as decreed by President Ronald Reagan on November 20, 1986!
The Gardens were carved out of our 118 acres of magnificent pine forestland in Shreveport, Louisiana, easily reached at Exit 5 on Interstate 20 between the city of Shreveport and the Texas border.
The gardens were open to the public in 1975, when the American Rose Society headquarters moved to Shreveport, Louisiana from Columbus, Ohio. Today, America’s Rose Garden features a variety of roses across numerous gardens, with a multitude of companion plants, trees, shrubs, sculptures and fountains, including the very large and beautiful Dudley Watkins Reflection Pool.
We were proud to celebrate the Gardens’ 50th Anniversary in 2025, when the property came under the stewardship of a new, locally managed organization, the American Rose Center. The Gardens are a jewel in the crown of Shreveport and the surrounding region, and for the state of Louisiana. We are striving to increase awareness of the Gardens by offering a serene and tranquil garden for a quiet stroll or retreat, as well as exciting and educational events of interest to the community.
Plan a visit soon – we look forward to seeing you. https://youtu.be/GOb6Gi51jm8
GARDEN ADMISSION
Due to our generous visitors, we have made vast improvements to the gardens that are significantly helped by your support. Members of The American Rose Society and the ARC Friends of the Garden Program are admitted free of charge. Please enter through the main front building, the Klima Education & Visitor Center to pay or pay using our convenient QR codes. All children must be supervised by an adult.
The American Rose Society is a non-profit educational organization; our mission is to provide rose horticultural and educational opportunities for our members and for garden visitors.
Donations are greatly appreciated and help us continue our work; your generosity is appreciated.
ADMISSION
Per Person: $5 | Family: $10 | Children under 3: FREE
CURRENT GARDEN HOURS
Current Season
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Monday – Friday: 8:00AM – 5:00PM -
Saturday & Sunday: 8:00AM – 5:00PM
Contact Information
You will find a visit to the Gardens to be a peaceful, serene and cathedral-like setting created by the towering pines surrounding the garden areas. There is a lot to see throughout the Garden Season (see dates above). The garden does specialize in roses; the roses and rose gardens are at their best from Mid-April to Late-May and from Mid-September to Late-October — with weather always being a factor.
GARDEN RULES & ETIQUETTE
Please enter the gardens through the Klima Education and Visitor Center.
Gardens are handicap accessible.
Rest rooms are in the Klima Education and Visitor Center.
Keep our gardens clean and beautiful by placing litter in receptacles.
Children under the age of 16 must be supervised by a parent or adult chaperone.
Pets must be on leash at all times and must be properly vaccinated. Owners please be responsible with your pet and come prepared to pick up after your pet. Please be reminded that some guests may be frightened of animals so they should be held close.
Leave our beautiful flowers for others to enjoy and do not damage plants (cuttings are not allowed).
Our garden is smoke and alcohol free; firearms are not permitted.
Observe posted speed limits and park only in designated areas (vehicles are not allowed in the garden).
No wading in our pool.
GARDEN EVENTS
Bring your folding chair and wear your favorite historic character costume: patriot, pilgrim, soldier, cowboy…Americana!
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Sunday, July 5th, 4PM ’til Firework Show -
8877 Jefferson Paige Rd, Shreveport, LA 71119
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$10 per person/ $30 per car of four people.
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Media: beth@americanrosecenter.org
a family-friendly patriotic celebration
MUSICAL PERFORMANCES
The Bone Society (15 Trombones) – 6:00 pm
The Redemptions (9 member Gospel Choir, 3 instrumentalists) – 7:00 pm
The Victory Belles (3-piece harmony) In World War II uniforms, Patriotic & Americana songs – 8:00 pm
COSTUMES & HISTORICAL CHARACTERS
Patriotic costume contest & historical characters for photo opportunities.
Vendors & Food Trucks
Food trucks including American hot dogs & hamburgers, watermelon (during heat of the day from 4:00 pm), apple pie, America’s birthday cake & beverages
Family-friendly games & activities
Outdoor games & scavenger hunt, bounce houses, gift shop, indoor bingo, garden strolls, photo opportunities & more.
red river street rod association car show
GRAND FIREWORKS finish
Sparklers, flares, fireworks to finish after dark.
FAMILY FRIENDLY • PATRIOTIC • AMERICA’S 250TH • OUTDOOR & INDOOR FUN
Home of the Rose, AMERICA’S NATIONAL FLORAL EMBLEM, as decreed by President Ronald Reagan on November 20, 1986!
The Gardens are carved out of our 118 acres of magnificent pine forestland which is in Shreveport, Louisiana. It is easily reached at Exit 5 on Interstate 20 between the city of Shreveport and the Texas border.