DBG Celebrates Veteran’s Day – Free Admission for Veterans and for those bringing Food Donations for Veteran’s Home

Ray Sander, President of the Delaware Botanic Gardens at Pepper Creek (DBG) announced that on Saturday, November 9th DBG will celebrate Veteran’s Day - all Veterans, showing their military ID cards, will have “Free” admission to the Gardens in appreciation for their military service to our country. Also, other guests, who bring food donations for Home of the Brave Foundation in Milford will receive “Free” admission. Sander said, “We are thankful for all who have served our nation in military uniform, and we also thank those in our community who recognize the food needs of our veterans in Sussex County.” Sander also noted that the DBG Fall Harvest decorations, including the Woodlands Discovery Trail with sculptures of forest creatures will remain on display through Sunday, November 24h the DBG season closing date.

 Sheryl Swed, DBG Executive Director said, “As we approach the Thanksgiving holidays, we are thankful for the generosity of our guests who will donate food for our veterans. Starting October 31st until we close, we have a 20% off sale in the Gift Shop on most items, including gifts made by local artisans. So do your Holiday shopping early. This has been a wonderful 2024 season, and we thank all who have visited and supported the gardens this year. We look forward to seeing you next spring when we reopen on March 13th 2025.”

Stephen Pryce Lea, DBG Deputy Executive Director said,” I want our friends to know that the gardens are now in their full fall glory. We are in the Fifth Season. Come stroll through our 10 gardens including the Woodland Discovery Trail with forest creatures and the new Eagle Watch Garden under construction. Bring the whole family.”