Remembering The Garden of Dr. Moreau at Lakewold Gardens
As we step into a new year, winter gives us the chance to look back at the moments that brought our community together. One of the brightest memories from this past autumn was All Hallows' Eve at Lakewold Gardens and its imaginative theme, The Garden of Dr. Moreau. January may feel far from pumpkins and lantern light, yet the spirit of that evening still lingers. It was a reminder of how creativity, community, and a touch of mystery can transform a historic garden into something entirely new.
2025's theme invited guests into a world where the familiar met the fantastical. Families wandered through atmospheric paths, discovering curious plant-creatures, hidden clues, and playful transformations tucked among the trees. Children followed the Chimera Trail with earnest determination, delighted each time they uncovered another piece of Dr. Moreau’s peculiar garden story. Older visitors enjoyed the way the theme wove fiction into the natural beauty of the grounds, turning the experience into equal parts adventure and celebration.
What made the evening meaningful was not only the creative staging but the shared sense of fun. Neighbors greeted one another in costumes, volunteers helped guide young explorers with warmth and patience, and the garden felt alive with laughter. Events like this remind us that Lakewold is more than a landscape. It is a place where imagination can flourish, where families create memories together, and where our community meets in good spirit.
Lakewold’s history has always included a balance of elegance and play. The estate’s past owners valued beauty, curiosity, and connection, and it feels fitting that we continue those values in new forms. The Garden of Dr. Moreau was a playful nod to storytelling and a celebration of the creativity that has shaped this place for generations.
As we begin the year ahead, we carry gratitude for everyone who helped make the event possible. To our members, donors, sponsors, visitors, and neighbors, thank you for supporting the work that allows Lakewold to grow and evolve. Your involvement gives life to traditions old and new, and your enthusiasm encourages us to keep imagining what this historic treasure can become.
May the memory of October’s magic bring a spark of warmth to these winter weeks. We look forward to another year of gathering, learning, and celebrating together at Lakewold Gardens.
2025's theme invited guests into a world where the familiar met the fantastical. Families wandered through atmospheric paths, discovering curious plant-creatures, hidden clues, and playful transformations tucked among the trees. Children followed the Chimera Trail with earnest determination, delighted each time they uncovered another piece of Dr. Moreau’s peculiar garden story. Older visitors enjoyed the way the theme wove fiction into the natural beauty of the grounds, turning the experience into equal parts adventure and celebration.
What made the evening meaningful was not only the creative staging but the shared sense of fun. Neighbors greeted one another in costumes, volunteers helped guide young explorers with warmth and patience, and the garden felt alive with laughter. Events like this remind us that Lakewold is more than a landscape. It is a place where imagination can flourish, where families create memories together, and where our community meets in good spirit.
Lakewold’s history has always included a balance of elegance and play. The estate’s past owners valued beauty, curiosity, and connection, and it feels fitting that we continue those values in new forms. The Garden of Dr. Moreau was a playful nod to storytelling and a celebration of the creativity that has shaped this place for generations.
As we begin the year ahead, we carry gratitude for everyone who helped make the event possible. To our members, donors, sponsors, visitors, and neighbors, thank you for supporting the work that allows Lakewold to grow and evolve. Your involvement gives life to traditions old and new, and your enthusiasm encourages us to keep imagining what this historic treasure can become.
May the memory of October’s magic bring a spark of warmth to these winter weeks. We look forward to another year of gathering, learning, and celebrating together at Lakewold Gardens.