97 & 103 Main Street, South Paris, ME 04281 info@mclaughlingarden.org 207-743-8820

Welcome to the Garden

During 2017 we Celebrate 20 wonderful years here at McLaughlin Garden & Homestead, so, this year, more than ever, we encourage you to take time to enjoy the beauty and tranquility offered here—no matter the season, we look forward to seeing you this year.

For those wish to support The McLaughlin Foundation in its mission to bring natural beauty and history into peoples lives, we encourage you to make a donation today by becoming a member or sponsor.

If you are planning a visit to the garden it may coincide with an event on our schedule. We look forward to sharing the garden with you.

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Volunteer

Volunteer

Dig in the dirt! Nurture our flowers! Work side by side with our horticulturalist and learn the inside scoop about how master gardeners work. Meet people by working in our gift shop.

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FAQ

FAQ

When are you open? What is your pet policy? Is there an onsite cafe? It is always a good idea to be prepared, here are some answers to the most commonly asked questions we field.

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Membership

Membership

Our Members are our closet friends. Your Annual $50 Membership allows us to offer diverse programming and ensures the health, growth, beauty of the garden and homestead.

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Garden Sponsors

Special Thanks to our Sponsors

The Board and members of McLaughlin Garden wish to thank the following sponsors for their support of our work.

Jack O’Lantern Spectacular 2016
The Androscoggin Bank, Stephens Memorial Hospital, the Chandler Funeral Home, Slattery’s Farm, and Cooper Farms

Our Website
Norway Savings Bank for ongoing website maintenance. The Maine Woods Tourism Initiative and Thalo Blue for the 2017 relaunch of our website.

Garden Illuminated 2016
Edward Jones Investments of South Paris, Maine

If you have any questions about becoming a sponsor please contact us:

Tips for Visitors

Celebrate 20 Years at McLaughlin Gardens

2017 marks the 20th anniversary of the establishment of the McLaughlin Garden & Homestead. 20 years of brilliantly colored blooms; 20 years of the 200 or more lilacs that grace the garden blossoming to meet the spring; 20 years of bees, crickets, and earthworms preparing the garden ready for the next 20 years. And we think that is something worth celebrating.

Come, be our guest in the Garden this year, the gate is open to all. Or join us as a member in 2017 and experience the satisfaction of knowing that your contribution will help to go towards supporting the McLaughlin Garden & Homestead mission of bringing natural beauty and history into people’s lives for this and maybe the next 20 years.

Become a member of McLaughlin Garden & Homestead today

 

 

 

Tips for Visitors

Gardens called Maine’s Loveliest Secret

The subtitle of the Spring 2015 Coastal Home Magazine article by Therese Ciesinski entitled “The Open Gate” calls McLaughlin Garden & Homestead the state’s loveliest secret and offers an excellent overview of the history of the garden. It also offers tips from director of horticulture, Kristin Perry, for growing a number of species found here. The article also shows the beauty of the Garden through many, many beautiful photos. Read the entire article here.

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#1 Attraction on TripAdvisor

Visitors love us on TripAdvisor we continue to rank as the  #1 Attraction in ​South Paris, ME

​The McLaughlin Foundation invites you to explore the historic home, barn, plant sale including McLaughlin Originals, and the Garden Gift Shop as you enjoy the serenity of this Maine treasure.  Read the reviews and kudos here.

 

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Photo Policy

May 2016 – McLaughlin Gardens & Homestead has put into place a new policy regarding taking photographs in the Garden. Families taking informal photos may use the garden for photography free of charge for non-commercial use, as may members and volunteers.  Those seeking to use images commercial should read our full policy or contact a Garden staff member before arriving. All are welcome to share images in media, when possible using the hashtag #McLaughlinGarden. Thanks.

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