WELCOME TO AMERICA'S ROSE GARDEN

 

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 the American Rose Center, Shreveport, Louisiana. It is easily reached at Exit 5 on Interstate 20 between the city of Shreveport and the Texas border.

 

The national headquarters of the American Rose Society, a 125-year old organization with members around the world, and local societies in every state of the Union, is located at the American Rose Center. ARS is the largest single plant society in America. All functions of the society, including publishing and maintaining the gardens, are managed from the historic headquarters at Shreveport, soon to be celebrating its 50th anniversary on the site.

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OFFICIAL ROSE GARDEN SEASON

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OPEN WEEKENDS: APRIL 1 - October 31

Wednesday-Friday 9AM-5PM

Saturday-Sunday 9AM-1PM

 

YEAR ROUND

Wednesday-Friday 9AM-5PM

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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.

 

 

 

 

CURRENT GARDEN HOURS

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The American Rose Center is open during the following hours:

Wednesday-Friday: 9 AM–5 PM

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Contact Information 

Physical Address: 8877 Jefferson Paige Rd, Shreveport, LA 71119

americanrosesociety@gmail.com

(318) 938-5402

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GARDEN ADMISSION

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Due to our generous visitors, we have made vast improvements to the gardens that are significantly helped by your support. Admission is unfortunately not free. Please enter though the main front building, the Klima Education & Visitor Center to pay or pay using our convenient box. All children must be supervised by an adult.

 

The American Rose Society and its headquarters home, the American Rose Center are non-profit educational organizations; 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.

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ADMISSION
Per Person: $5 | Family: $10  |  Children under 3: FREE

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GARDEN ETIQUETTE & RULES

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• 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.

• Leave our beautiful flowers for others to enjoy and do not damage plants (cuttings are not allowed).

• Keep our gardens clean and beautiful by placing litter in receptacles.

• 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).

• 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.

• Children under the age of 16 must be supervised by a parent or adult chaperone.

• No wading in our pool.

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GROUPS & TOURS

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NOTE: Due to construction, we ARE NOT giving cart tours at this time!

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Guided Cart Tour (30-45 minutes)

Learn about the care, cultivation and history of the world’s most popular flowers — Roses.

Groups of 7 maximum per cart tour.

$10 per person

 

Motorcoach

$150 For Rose Experience Guided Tour, please contact 318-938-5402, ext. 223 or email.

 

School Trips

Call for pricing and opportunities

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CHRISTMAS IN ROSELAND

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At the end of the year, the gardens are magically transformed into a winter wonderland of twinkling lights for Christmas in Roseland – our largest fundraiser of the year for the gardens.

 

2023 will mark our 40th year for Christmas in Roseland! We are open every Friday, Saturday and Sunday beginning November 23 through December 23, 2023, with special Encore Nights continuing every night Dec. 18-23, 2023. To visit Christmas in Roseland click here for more information and hours of operations.

 

Be sure to visit Christmas in Roseland on Dec. 8-11 for our Christmas Market. Vendors of beautiful soaps, linens, wood products and other handmade products and gift items will be present.

 

One of the most popular displays at Christmas in Roseland is the display of Christmas Cards to the Community made by area schools. 8’ x 4’, beautifully designed and painted by school children of elementary and middle schools of the Shreveport-Bossier area. Visit our Christmas in Roseland page for past winners and more information.

 

CHRISTMAS IN ROSELAND ADMISSION

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• $10 per person or $30 family 4 pack.

  • Admission good from 5:30PM-9:30PM (Park open 5:30-10PM)

  • Ages 2 and younger are free.

• Purchase tickets at the gate or online

• Group Rates:

  • $200 per minibus (Up to 25 people)

  • $250 per charter bus (26+ people);​

  • $210 up to 26 people. $5 for each additional person.

• Please call Kim at 318-938-5402 to make a group reservation.

• $5 OFF Admission: Grab your coupons from the Shreveport-Bossier Convention and Tourist Bureau office in downtown Shreveport.​

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PHOTOGRAPHY IN THE GARDENS RULES:

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• We welcome you to take personal or professional photographs anywhere in the garden except in areas where private or American Rose Center events are taking place.

• All professional photography and portraits requiring tripods and photography or camera equipment must be scheduled through the office. These sessions must be scheduled in advance (fill out the contact form below).

• There is no set fee during normal operating hours but we suggest a donation to the gardens or at the very least, help spread the word of our lovely property by sharing your best photos on social media & Google images!

• There is a $150 fee for shoots outside of our regular business hours.

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YOU MUST fill out this release (CLICK HERE) and schedule a time below.

You may bring your filled out release into the gift shop the day of your shoot, or you may submit it with your schedule request below.

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WALKING & JOGGING TRAILS

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Our 8’ wide walkways through our gardens are wonderful for walking or jogging for exercise.

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PICNIC AREAS

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Picnic Tables are available for your personal use, except during special events. The tables are located on the drive toward the Administration Building near the Children’s Playground. Guests may drive to the area and park along the side of the road for convenience in unloading their picnic foods and supplies.

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Phone: call 318-938-5402 with questions or to request more than one picnic table for special occasions.

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CHILDREN’S GARDEN & PLAYGROUND

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The Children’s Playground at the American Rose Center was dedicated in memory of the children who lost their lives in Oklahoma City so many years ago. It is open to garden visitors. It was recently brightened for an Eagle Scout project. 

 

The Children’s Playground is open during garden hours. Children must be accompanied by an adult.

 

The Children’s Garden is under development; we are planning exciting, educational, and fun elements for children of all ages. Watch our progress.

 

8877 Jefferson Paige Road • Shreveport, LA  71119

 

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REMEMBER: Entry to the Gardens for individuals is $5 per person. Donations are appreciated.

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