National Cathedral Flower Mart May 1, 2008

Friday, May 2, 10 am to 6 pm and
Saturday, May 3, 10 am to 5 pm

All Hallows Guild: Flower Mart 2008

The 69th annual benefit for the gardens, grounds and woodlands of
WASHINGTON NATIONAL CATHEDRAL

Sponsored by All Hallows Guild

“Celebrating the Cathedral Centennial and
The Republic of South Africa”

Honorary Chairman: His Excellency Welile Nhlapo
South African Ambassador to the United States

AHG Flower Mart Chairman 2008: Debbie Page
(e-mail: Flowermart2008@earthlink.net)

Since 1954, when "theme Marts" began, 2008 is the first time that the Republic of South Africa will be our “theme country” for this very special Flower Mart. To get a flavor of Washington’s Premier Springtime Festival, click here to view a Flower Mart Video.

Fun, Activities & Food Will Surround the Cathedral

Flower Mart Logo

* Free admission; open rain or shine, outdoors on the beautiful Cathedral grounds.
* Music & Entertainment provided both days—no admission charge
* More than fifty boutique booths, filled with gift items for home and garden
* Floral displays inside the Cathedral representing countries around the world
* The antique carousel will operate both days
* Puppet shows
* Children’s games and rides both days
* Lobster rolls (A Flower Mart tradition) both days
* A variety of tasty foods
* Antiques and collectibles for sale
* Used & rare books
* Plants of all kinds: herbs, annuals, perennials
* Cathedral Tower Climb on both days
* Olmsted Woods and Garden Tours
* Horticulture and landscape exhibits and events

Official Website: http://www.cathedral.org/ahg/fm2008.shtml