CHRISTMAS IN ROSELAND

Founded in 1892,the American Rose Society is the oldest single plant horticultural society in America. The ARS is an educational,nonprofit organization dedicated exclusively to the cultivation and enjoyment of roses. ARS supports its members by providing educational programs,resourceful publications,and continuing research. We have more than 300 affiliated rose societies in our national network.

Most ARS members are home gardeners like you who enjoy growing roses and want to expand their knowledge of rose culture. Many members also enjoy the thrill of exhibiting their roses in competition with other rose-lovers or participating in photography contests and other rose-related activities. The American Rose Society has developed standards and guidelines for judging these competitions. We also publish a schedule of the various workshops,seminars,garden events and rose shows across the United States. The Society publishes an award-winning bi-monthly magazine, American Rose,which is devoted exclusively to roses and rose culture.

ARS is headquartered on the grounds of the beautiful American Rose Center near Shreveport,Louisiana. The American Rose Center features more than 20,000 rose bushes that comprise nearly 400 cultivars of modern and old garden roses.

ARS is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit educational organization governed by a volunteer Board of Directors and operated by the staff under the direction of our Executive Director and Executive Committee. All donations are tax deductible,as allowed by law.

Mission Statement

The American Rose Society exists to promote the culture and appreciation of the rose,through education and research,to members,to local rose societies and their members,and to the public.

Vision Statement

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