Celebrating Women’s History Month
Louise Young purchased the land during her engagement to Owen Young. It was Louise Young who set the groundwork for the gardens. She deeded the lands to the state of Florida on the condition that the gardens be maintained for the public's enjoyment.
On July 1, 1964, Washington Oaks Gardens opened as a state park.
The formal gardens are the centerpiece of our park, with remarkable displays of native and non-native plant species, including azaleas, camellias and birds of paradise.
