The Burden Horticulture Society (BHS) is a 501 (c) 5 non-profit organization comprised of people interested in participating in and supporting LSUAgCenter’s Burden Center. It operates under the auspices of the LSU Foundation for the sole purposes of education, fundraising, and assisting in the promotion and development of Burden Center. Partnering with other gardening and outdoor organizations, and the Rural Life Museum, we strive to offer informative opportunities for the public and to increase awareness of this local resource.
Our educational programs revolve around horticulture and include lectures, demonstrations, and tours of the various gardens of Burden Center. These programs include:
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Reflections in the Garden (Noon Lectures, 1st Monday of every month)
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A Morning of Camellias (January)
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Azalea Stroll in Windrush Gardens (March)
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An Afternoon of Roses (April)
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Ginger Day (July/August)
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Hayride Tours of Burden Center, including Trees and Trails (October)
Our major two fund raising activities are:
The areas we’re currently helping to promote and develop are:
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Trees and Trails
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A Master Plan