Boston Flower
Announcing the 2011 Boston Flower & Garden Show!
New England may be in glorious full bloom right now but we’re already plotting and planning ahead for the 2011 Boston Flower & Garden Show! We’re delighted to announce the show theme, which will explore every facet of one of the most popular and enjoyable gardening trends around…
"A Burst of Color: Celebrating the Container Garden"
Container gardening has exploded out of the humble window box to become the hottest way to add vibrancy, warmth, and drama to any size space – a sunny welcome on a city terrace, a gourmet harvest in a suburban side yard, or a fresh focal point for a mature landscape. This year’s show will focus on this popular trend by mixing examples of the endless creative possibilities of containers into all of its gardens and special displays.
- Each garden will feature at least one significant container of some kind (formal urns, topiary, raised beds, built-in planters, ceramics, vertical gardens, unusual items re-purposed as containers).
- A non-judged Invitational Display will feature container entries by invited Professional Florists & Interior Landscapers.
- “Contain Yourself!” This series of daily hands-on workshops will offer instruction and a take-home container project for participants (additional fee).
In addition to these elements, you’ll find hundreds of new products to buy, over 48 hours of lectures and demonstrations, cutting edge designs by professional florists and the region’s top amateur floral arrangers and horticulturists assembled in a vibrant display by the Massachusetts Horticultural Society and the Garden Club Federation of Massachusetts Inc.
Please plan to join us March 16-20, 2011 as the tradition continues!
Pre-Show Happenings:
Preview Party: Tuesday, March 15, 5:30-8:00 PM
Press Day: Tuesday, March 15, 3:00-5:00 PM
Public Show Dates:
Note: New earlier weekday opening time!
Wednesday, March 16, 9:00 AM – 8:00 PM
Thursday, March 17, 9:00 AM – 8:00 PM
Friday, March 18, 9:00 AM – 8:00 PM
Saturday, March 19, 9:00 AM – 8:00 PM
Sunday, March 20, 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM
Box Office closes 1 hour prior to the end of the Show each day.
Admission
Adults $20
Seniors (65+) $17
Children 6-17 $10
Under 6 Free
Feel free to bring your camera and video recorder down to the show! There's lots of great photo opportunities and pictures will help later on as you plan your new garden!
Package and Coat Check is available. There are a limited number of wheelchairs available on a first come first serve basis.
*Senior tickets are not available for online purchase, as an ID is required at time of purchase.
Discounts
Groups of 20 or more are eligible for the rate of $16 per ticket. For more information, contact Peg Rose at 781-237-5533 ext. 103 or This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it .
Thank you to the 2010 Boston Flower & Garden Show Sponsors
Directions & Parking
The Seaport World Trade Center is located at 200 Seaport Boulevard, Boston, MA 02210 in Boston's Seaport District, with direct access to the Mass Pike, I-93 and Logan Airport.
FROM Points West via I-90:
Follow the Massachusetts Turnpike/Interstate 90 East to Exit 25 - South Boston. At the top of the ramp, bear left towards Seaport Boulevard. At the first set of lights, proceed straight onto East Service Road. At the next set of lights, take a right onto Seaport Boulevard. The Seaport Boulevard entrance to the Seaport Garage is located ahead on the right.
FROM Points South via I-93:
Heading northbound on I-93 towards Boston, take Exit 20, which will be immediately after Exit 18. Follow the signs to "I-90 East." Take the first tunnel exit to "South Boston." At the first set of lights at the top of the ramp, proceed straight onto East Service Road. At the next set of lights, take a right onto Seaport Boulevard. The Seaport Boulevard entrance to the Seaport Garage will be ahead on the right.
FROM Points North via I-93:
Heading southbound on Interstate 93 Boston, take Exit 23, Purchase Street and move into the left lane. At the top of the ramp, take a left turn onto the Evelyn Moakley Bridge/Seaport Boulevard. Follow Seaport Boulevard for approximately .8 miles, the Seaport Boulevard entrance to the Seaport Garage will be on the right, after the Seaport Boulevard/B Street intersection.
FROM Logan International Airport and Route 1A South:
Follow the signs towards I-90 West - Ted Williams Tunnel. Take the Ted Williams Tunnel to Exit 25. At the top of the ramp proceed straight onto B Street. Follow B Street to the end and take a right onto Seaport Boulevard. The Seaport Boulevard entrance to the Seaport Garage will be on your right.
FROM Points West via Storrow Drive:
Take Storrow Drive East to Leverett Circle and follow signs for Interstate 93 South/Logan Airport. Once on Interstate 93 South, follow directions from "Points North".
Parking
There are lots of parking options nearby! Parking lots in the area range in price from $9 to $12. Parking is also available in the Seaport Hotel on a per hour charge. We provide a package and coat check, so you may leave your purchases at the check counter, retrieve your vehicle and drive right up to the Trade Center door to reclaim your packages.
Alternative Transportation
Public Transportation
From South Station, take the MBTA Silver Line Waterfront (one level above the Red Line, one below the food court) to World Trade Center Station. Take the stairs/escalators/elevators to the second level and exit onto World Trade Center Ave. The Seaport World Trade Center will be ahead on the right.
For more information, visit www.mbta.com.
Seaport Express
The Seaport Express connects the Seaport World Trade Center complex to Central Wharf (behind the NE Aquarium) in less than 10 minutes. This is a great option for commuting to/from the MBTA Blue Line Aquarium Station or visiting the State Street, Faneuil Hall, Downtown and North End areas. Enter the dock between the Spirit of Boston and Seaport Elite, across from the Bay State Cruise ticket windows.
For more information, visit www.seaportexpress.org or call 617-593-9168.
Rowes Wharf Water Taxi
Catch a Rowes Wharf Water Taxi at the Seaport World Trade Center Dock: On the west side of the Seaport World Trade Center, between the Spirit of Boston and Seaport Elite; enter dock across from the Bay State Cruise ticket windows. For more information, visit www.roweswharfwatertaxi.com or call 617-406-8584.
City Water Taxi
Access City Water Seaport World Trade Center Dock: On the east side of the Seaport World Trade Center, next to Sovereign Bank.
For more information, visit www.citywatertaxi.com or call 617-422-0392.