Name: Learn About Colonial Gardens
Start: 2026-07-19T12:00:00-04:00
Location: Cheney Homestead

Cheney Homestead

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For more information email homestead@manchesterhistory.org

Local Event: Learn About Colonial Gardens

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Chris Dehnel

Hartford Metropolitan Area

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Connecticut

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The&nbsp;Manchester Garden Club will visit the&nbsp;historic&nbsp;Cheney Homestead&nbsp;to share displays and knowledge of gardens in the Colonial Era.&nbsp;Celebrating its 100th Anniversary in 2026 the Manchester Garden Club serves the local community through education, civic beautification and charitable outreach. 
For more information email homestead@manchesterhistory.org

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