Hey there, local! Have you ever taken time out to explore the stunning Glencairn Garden right here in Rock Hill? If you have, then you know it’s something out of a fairy tale. What you may not know, though, is that there is some intriguing little trivia about this place that makes it even more magical. So, buckle up as we dig into some of the cool stuff you might not know about our beautiful backyard paradise.
This Garden used to be someone’s backyard!
Yes, indeed, Glencairn Garden wasn’t always the 11-acre spectacle we see today. It all started out in 1928 as a little backyard garden planted with love and dedication by David and Hazel Bigger. Their old home is now the welcoming center of this picturesque park.
The Come-See-Me Festival Took Inspiration From Here
Have you ever tried grooving to fabulous music, hanging out with cool frogs (“Glen” & “Glenda”), and having loads of fun at the over-a-week-long Come-See-Me Festival? Well, guess where that came from! It was the beauty and charm of Glencairn Garden that gave birth to this annual celebration. Plus, Glencairn’s Welcome Center also moonlights as the festival administrative office.
It’s a Beautiful Gift From the Biggers to Rock Hill
Once upon a time, a friend of the Biggers offered them a handful of Azaleas. Little could anyone imagine how those few plants would turn into an enchanting park bursting with 12,000 azaleas and camellias! After Mr. Bigger’s death, Mrs. Bigger generously gifted this quaint garden to our sweet city in 1958.
The Best Time to Visit is From Late March to Mid-April
Showtime! Late March to mid-April sees the hundred shades of Glencairn in full bloom. But it’s a tight window, folks! With the riot of colors and the variety of flowers in spectacular bloom, you would not want to miss this incredible display of nature.
We’ve Got a Special Tribute to Our Brave Warriors
Our Glencairn Garden houses something very special – A Veterans Garden that honors the brave men and women who served in our US armed forces. Built collaboratively by the American Legion Post 34, the Veterans of Foreign Wars Post 2889, and the City, it’s a testament to our gratitude and respect towards our past, present, and future heroes.
