Just a few generations ago two extraordinary women named Elizabeth lived and gardened just down the street from one another. Together, they made Ridgewood Avenue in Charlotte, North Carolina, one of the most famous addresses in Southern garden history. Their legacy continues with the addition of an outdoor exploration garden to enhance our guest experience.
The property of Elizabeth and Edwin Clarkson, Wing Haven Garden & Bird Sanctuary, is a respite for birds and other wildlife and a welcoming place to discover the beauty and wonders of nature.
Ten houses down on the same side of the street, the property of internationally celebrated garden writer Elizabeth Lawrence, the Elizabeth Lawrence House & Garden, is a dynamic living laboratory featuring an amazing variety of plants with something in bloom every day of the year.
Adjacent to Wing Haven Garden & Bird Sanctuary, is the SEED Wildlife & Children’s Garden, an outdoor exploration and learning garden for children of all ages.
Together, these vibrant historic and newer properties are known as Wing Haven, a unique destination that inspires passion for the natural world.
Celebrating 100 Years of Wing Haven: Help Us Tell the Story
As we look towards celebrating Wing Haven’s Centennial (1927-2027), we invite you to share your personal reflections about the gardens, volunteer experiences Elizabeth and Eddie Clarkson and Elizabeth Lawrence throughout the years. Your memory might be a single moment or a lifelong connection. It might be from the 1930s or from last summer.
Join Wing Haven for a springtime visit to the beautiful, blooming private and public gardens of Winston-Salem!