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Veterans Day at Wing Haven

  • Wing Haven 248 Ridgewood Ave & 348 Ridgewood Ave Charlotte (map)

Eddie Clarkson with two soldiers (one with an Airborne Patch) and a young visitor in the Main Garden at Wing Haven Garden & Bird Sanctuary, c. 1940s.

Veterans Day Activities
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Please select the activity or activities you would like to participate in below with the total quantity that will be attending.

Come enjoy a quiet and carefree day at Wing Haven.  All three gardens will be open exclusively for Veterans and their families.  Take a garden stroll, or pre-register for one of the following activities.  This free day is inspired by Eddie and Elizabeth Clarkson’s hospitality to veterans during World War II.

  • Bird Walks at 10:30 a.m. and 3:00 p.m. Binoculars provided

  • Wing Haven Garden & Bird Sanctuary Tours at 11 a.m. and 2 p.m.

  • Visit both of Wing Haven’s historic houses

  • Engage in art activities for all ages in the SEED Wildlife & Children’s Garden from 10 a.m. until 4 p.m.

Please be prepared to show your Veteran ID upon entrance.


Earlier Event: November 9
Story Time & More - November
Later Event: November 16
Bird Walk - November