The Conservatory will be closed from January 5-9, 2026 and will reopen on January 10, 2026.
The Growing to Green Harvest Awards honors the dedication and hard work of many Central Ohio communities and individuals within urban agriculture and community gardens. Nominations and applications may be made by anyone. The Growing to Green Harvest Awards are officially bestowed at the annual Harvest Award Ceremony.
Bill Dawson Community Gardener of the Year award is presented to an individual who is exceptionally dedicated to their community garden and demonstrates leadership within community gardening in Central Ohio. An award of $500 will be given to the winner to be applied toward the community gardening project of their choosing.
2025 Winner: Susan Benedetti, The Garden for All
The Paul B. Redman Youth Leadership Award is presented by the Women’s Board of Franklin Park Conservatory and Botanical Gardens, this award is given to an outstanding youth gardener age 18 or younger. An award of $500 will be given to the winner to further their education and interest in gardening or to make improvements in their community.
2025 Winner: Donte Robinson, Kingdom Power Baptist Church
Join our email list to get exclusive offers and updates on Conservatory events