The late Helen Douglas-Hart was a local philanthropist with a love of gardens, nature, art, among many other passions. She dreamed of gardens and natural areas for the community to enjoy. She established the Douglas-Hart Foundation and her dream became a reality in 1963. The Foundation's mission is "Through the responsible stewardship of Helen Douglas-Hart's gifts, the Douglas-Hart Foundation will be a leader in promoting the appreciation, enjoyment, and conservation of our natural resources by providing quality programs for all ages." Your membership dollars support many efforts, but 100% of membership fees support our educational programs and conservation projects across all three properties: 

Gazebo at Friendship Garden

Solar Panels at the Douglas-Hart Nature Center

Lower Terrace at The Whiteside Garden

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