Edgerton Park Conservancy located in New Haven/Hamden Connecticut

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Welcome to Edgerton Park

A green space jewel set on the Hamden/New Haven border, Edgerton Park became a part of the New Haven park system in 1965 when it was contributed to the City by Frederick Brewster.

Seven years later the Edgerton Park Conservancy was formed to encourage and support gardeners and park users. Over the years that initial purpose was expanded to include preserving the park, supporting environmental awareness and enhancing the connections between nature and the arts.

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Community Greenhouses	Community Gardens	Become a Member

The Community Greenhouses are among the many delightful legacies of the old Brewster family estate. In addition, the Sarah T. Crosby Conservatory, a part of the greenhouse complex, houses a collection of plants from various parts of the world, and features a rainforest exhibit as well as dry landscape.	New Haven and Hamden residents with a range of gardening experience enjoy raising vegetables and flowers in the Edgerton Community Garden. Besides an enthusiasm for gardening and a desire to be a part of a gardening community, prospective gardeners must be committed to the upkeep of their plots.	Support the good works of the Conservancy including preservation and restoration of the park. In addition, receive: discounts on trips and education programs; be eligible to rent space in the Community Greenhouses and a garden in the Community Gardens and receive invitations to events just for members.
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Upcoming Events	Event Rentals	History of Edgerton Park

Sunday in the Park, Sept 21st 2008 Come and enjoy Pony rides, Children's Games, Silent Auction, Book Sale, Boutique, Fresh Produce Sale, Live Band Music by Tuxedo Junction, Morris Dancers, Bagpipes, Climbing Wall, lots to eat at picnic style tables.	The Carriage House and gardens are available for Weddings and horti-cultural association meetings at a modest rental fee. Please plan ahead because the calendar is crowded.	The 22 acres making up Edgerton Park were given to the City of New Haven in 1965. Eli Whitney was the original owner of the property and it was later given to his niece Caroline Whitney. She lived on the estate in a grand Victorian house called “Ivy Nook.”
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