Each year, the Massachusetts Horticultural Society presents the Honorary Medals Dinner where the leading lights of horticulture are honored. The event gives us the opportunity to recognize the outstanding contributions of horticulturalists, plant innovators, and those who have made significant contributions to the enjoyment and appreciation of plants and the environment.
Please join us on Thursday, October 16th for the 115th Honorary Medals Dinner where Mass Hort honors those individuals who have contributed to excellence in horticulture.
This year’s honorees include:
THE GEORGE ROBERT WHITE MEDAL OF HONOR Dr. Michael Dirr
Horticulturist and Professor of Horticulture, University of Georgia (retired)
Keynote Speaker
Dr. Michael Dirr has authored seven books and published numerous papers in the field of horticulture. His books have become seminal references in horticulture and landscape architecture. His passion for the field has inspired a new generation of students, gardeners, and professionals. For his work in the Green Industry, we are excited to present Dr. Dirr our highest award, and have him as this year’s keynote speaker.
THE THOMAS ROLAND MEDAL
Eliot Coleman of Four Season Farm, Harborside, ME
Exceptional skills and publications in organic horticulture
THE JACKSON DAWSON MEMORIAL AWARD
The New England Wild Flower Society and Nasami Farm, Whately, MA
Propagation and promotion of rare and woody plants
GOLD MEDALS
Cactus and Succulent Society of Massachusetts
Unique and inspiring arrangements
Kathryn Kennedy of the Center for Plant Conservation, St. Louis, MO
Organizing the cooperative effort to stabilize and protect rare, native plants
Kerry Mendez of Perennially Yours, Kennebunk, ME
Exceptional teaching and writing that increases public enjoyment and appreciation of horticulture
SILVER MEDALS
The Boston Committee of the Garden Club of America
Public education of best horticulture practices and assistance in beautifying public spaces
David Dusenbury of the Walter Hunnewell Estates, Wellesley, MA
Noteworthy service in horticulture, overseeing historic grounds and plant collections
Tickets are $125 per person and you may order online at www.masshort.org.
