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Overview
Last updated Sep-26-09
Today, a new generation of gardeners continues what Rae Berry began. The Garden staff maintains her collections but also expands them and may add new ones, such as native lilies which were added in 1981. In a few years, the garden has grown from the treasured acquisitions of a skilled plantswoman collected for her own pleasure, to a respected botanic garden complete with education and research programs.
At its founding in 1978, the garden had 49 members; by the early 1990's membership topped 1,000. Members dues and twice yearly plant sales continue to provide significant annual funding. Income from the endowment fund is vital to the fiscal support of the Garden's established programs. Grants and contracts from foundations, corporations, and government fund many special programs.
Many Portland organizations and foundations have regularly supported the Garden's programs, at times ensuring its future. Notable support has come from The Portland Garden Club. As a result of the Garden Club's efforts, The Berry Botanic Garden received the 1979 "Founder's Fund Award" from The Garden Club of America for its outstanding conservation achievement. The cash prize funded construction of the first greenhouse. Individual members have assumed special roles: as prime-movers in acquiring funds to purchase the Garden, in volunteering hours to the Board and various committees, and in identifying and meeting specific needs. One of the most valuable devices for growing difficult plants, the Alpine Frame, was a gift of The Portland Garden Club.
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portland parks and recreation (Guest) says (Apr-28-10)   : |
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unfortunatelly, Berry is no longer open to the public. this listing should be removed.
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