For centuries, lantern festivals have illuminated the night, captivating audiences with their intricate designs, vibrant colors, and deep cultural significance. Originating in China over 2,000 years ago, these festivals symbolize […]
Everyone here at Bellingrath Gardens and Home is excited for the Gulf Coast Chinese Lantern Festival coming in April—and I mean everyone! And while the place is buzzing in anticipation, […]
In just over a month, as of this writing, Bellingrath Gardens & Home will host the inauguration of what we feel will become a new tradition for Mobile-area and […]
After three decades of lighting the Gardens for Magic Christmas in Lights, it is interesting to look back at the days when Walter and Bessie Bellingrath entertained friends and family […]
Experience the Enchantment of the inaugural Gulf Coast Chinese Lantern Festival at Bellingrath Gardens & Home. From April 17 to June 15, 2025, visitors can immerse themselves in an unforgettable […]
In August of 1940, the owner of Rothschild’s Antiques on Royal Street in New Orleans wrote Mrs. Bellingrath a letter. He regretted having been out of town during her recent […]
Conservation and Sharing Bellingrath Gardens Azalea core collection is saving plants from extinction! Have you noticed the selection of plants at your local garden center or your favorite mail order […]
Now that the shock of our recent historic Gulf Coast snowstorm is starting to be a “rear view” memory, it’s time to take stock and see where the dust has […]
As the lingering glow of the holiday season fades, we at Bellingrath Gardens and Home are still basking in the afterglow of an extraordinary season. This year, we achieved something […]
Azaleas (specifically evergreen azaleas) have been in cultivation for centuries, and can be found scattered throughout the majority of temperate gardens across the planet that generally stay above 0F, have […]
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