Boothe Memorial Park & Museum

05/24/2026

There is nothing quite like the Rose Garden at Boothe Memorial Park in bloom.

Hats Off to Roses is a celebration of this beautiful garden, the first blooms of the season, and the community that helps make Boothe Park such a special place.

Join us for an early-summer evening with wine, light appetizers, desserts, music, and fellowship.

Sunday, June 14
5:00 PM – 7:00 PM
Tickets are $20 presale and $25 at the door.

Buy tickets here:
https://www.tickettailor.com/events/friendsofbootheparkinc/2204750?

05/23/2026

The gardens at Boothe Park are coming to life.

These photos were taken yesterday as the fountain flowed, the first roses began to bloom, and the irises, peonies, and rhododendron added even more color throughout the park.

It is a beautiful preview of Hats Off to Roses, our special evening in the Rose Garden on Sunday, June 14 from 5:00 PM – 7:00 PM.

Join the Friends of Boothe Park for wine, light appetizers, desserts, music, fellowship, and a special visit from Hudson Shakespeare Company. Guests are encouraged to wear hats.

RSVP and invite friends through the Facebook Event:
https://www.facebook.com/share/1ALQBga9M2/

Purchase presale tickets:
https://www.tickettailor.com/events/friendsofbootheparkinc/2204750?

We hope to see you in the garden.

05/23/2026

The gardens at Boothe Park are coming to life.

These photos were taken yesterday, as the fountain flowed and the first roses began to bloom. The irises, peonies, and rhododendron are also adding to the beauty of the park.

It is the perfect reminder that Hats Off to Roses is just around the corner.

Join us on Sunday, June 14 for a special evening in the Rose Garden with wine, light appetizers, desserts, music, fellowship, and a special visit from Hudson Shakespeare Company. Guests are encouraged to wear hats.

Hats Off to Roses
Sunday, June 14, 2026
5:00 PM – 7:00 PM

RSVP on Facebook:
https://www.facebook.com/share/1ALQBga9M2/

Purchase presale tickets:
https://www.tickettailor.com/events/friendsofbootheparkinc/2204750?

05/21/2026

Hats Off to Roses returns to Boothe Memorial Park!

Celebrate the first blooms of the season in our beautiful American Rose Society-accredited Rose Garden. Guests will enjoy wine, light appetizers, desserts, music, fellowship, and a special visit from Hudson Shakespeare Company.

Guests are encouraged to wear hats, from elegant garden styles to classic boaters.

Sunday, June 14
5:00 PM – 7:00 PM
Tickets: $20 presale / $25 at the door

Purchase tickets here: https://www.tickettailor.com/events/friendsofbootheparkinc/2204750?

Hats Off to Roses - It's a Grand Old Flag! – Boothe Memorial Park Rose Garden, Sun Jun 14, 2026 - Join us in celebration of our American Rose Society- accredited Rose Garden. Guests will enjoy the first blooms of the season while they sip wine and enjoy small bites, lively music, and fellowship. W...

05/18/2026

What an incredible Opening Day!

We want to extend a massive thank you to everyone who came out to Boothe Memorial Park & Museum today to kick off the spring season with us.

An event of this scale simply wouldn't be possible without the dedication of our amazing volunteers and community partners. From leading the museum tours and giving blacksmithing demonstrations to organizing the car shows and welcoming guests, your hard work brought the park's history to life today.

We’ve included a few snapshots of some of our wonderful volunteers in action today, but please know these faces represent just a small fraction of the dedicated team that made today's event a success. To every single person who lent a helping hand, both out in the park and behind the scenes—thank you!

We are so grateful for our Stratford community. The park is officially open for the season!

05/17/2026

The Port 5 Naval Veterans Antique & Classic Car Show is in full swing!

Stop by to see an incredible lineup of vehicles, enjoy the music, and grab some food. They will be handing out awards later today, including a special trophy for the most patriotic car in honor of the 250th anniversary of the U.S.A.! The show runs until 3:00 PM today.

05/17/2026

The grounds are full of automotive history today! Our special Prewar Car display and the Antique Car Show are officially lined up and looking fantastic in the spring sunshine.

Come take a walk around the park to see these incredible early automobiles up close. Admission and parking are completely free!

05/17/2026

The doors are officially open! Step inside the homestead for a tour, or follow the sound of the forge to catch our blacksmiths in action.

The museum buildings and hands-on demonstrations will be open until 2:00 PM today. Take a stroll through the park and experience a piece of Stratford's history. Don't forget to join us at the flagpole at Noon for our official Flag Raising Ceremony!

05/16/2026

Tomorrow is Opening Day! We are thrilled to welcome you back to Boothe Memorial Park & Museum to kick off the spring season.

Make plans to join us for a free day of local history, community, and hands-on demonstrations.

Tomorrow's Schedule:
9:00 AM – 3:00 PM: Antique Car Show (plus a special Prewar Car display!)
9:00 AM – 3:00 PM: Port 5 Antique & Classic Car Show
10:00 AM – 2:00 PM: Museum Building Tours (Step inside to see the massive 1914 E. Howard Tower Clock in motion)
12:00 PM: Flag Raising Ceremony

Admission and parking are completely free. The park grounds are ready, the blacksmith forge is fired up, and our community groups are excited to see you. See you Sunday!