Experience the vegetable garden first planted for the Hawthornes in 1842 by neighbor Henry David Thoreau. On this guided walk, you’ll hear about 19th century gardens, the special meaning gardening held for the Hawthornes, and how today the Gaining Ground organization maintains the historic garden. Offered Friday, Saturday, and Sunday, at 2PM, or by advanced reservation. Call 978. 369. 3909. The garden is located at The Old Manse on Monument Street in Concord, Massachusetts. For directions visit http://www.thetrustees.org/things-to-do/greater-boston/event-2795.html?. Image from www.gardentoursnewengland.com.