American Horticultural Society

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The Experience 

Join AHS President & CEO Suzanne Laporte on an extraordinary President’s Council journey to celebrate the vibrant spirit and colors of spring in Texas, where world-class gardens, private estates, and fields of wildflowers await. This thoughtfully designed itinerary blends horticultural beauty with rich cultural experiences, from the sophisticated cityscapes of Dallas and Fort Worth to the creative energy of Austin and the blooming backroads of the Hill Country. Along the way, enjoy exclusive access to exceptional public and private gardens, inspiring landscapes, historic landmarks, and the warm hospitality and bold flavors that define the Lone Star State.

This custom trip is part of the AHS Sojourns travel program collection.

Trip Highlights  

• Explore the Dallas Arboretum, Fort Worth Botanic Garden, and Native Texas Plant Center with expert-led tours
• Visit the George W. Bush Presidential Center and stroll its one-of-a-kind Texas Native Park
• Enjoy exclusive access to private homes and gardens and meet with their passionate owners
• Learn about the legacy of John F. Kennedy at Dealey Plaza and the Sixth Floor Museum
• Explore the acclaimed Kimbell Art Museum
• Stay at the modern and elegant Hall Arts Hotel in Dallas and the classic Driskill Hotel in Austin, steeped in old-world charm
• Travel scenic country roads through the Hill Country in search of wildflower displays
• Tour the Lady Bird Johnson Wildflower Center and visit the largest wildflower seed farm in the U.S.
• Stop at the historic LBJ Ranch and enjoy a classic Texas-style steakhouse lunch
• Savor regional cuisine at a curated selection of top restaurants, from Tex-Mex favorites to fine dining

Contact 

Travel Study Department
703.768.5500 ext. 117
travel@ahsgardening.org