Tucker Gardens Tour benefits CVAN
Private gardens open today in Concord
The Tucker Family opens its gardens to benefit CVAN.
The Tucker Gardens are known for their unique designs.
The swings are one feature of the gardens.
CONCORD — One of Concord's most distinctive private gardens will open to the public for a single day Saturday, giving visitors an opportunity to enjoy the sprawling landscape while supporting victims of domestic violence.
The Tucker family will once again welcome guests to its private 12-acre Tucker Gardens from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. June 6, with proceeds benefiting CVAN, Cabarrus County's Battered Women's Program.
Known for its unique features and carefully designed landscapes, Tucker Gardens includes attractions such as the Moon Gate, the Narnia Door and a variety of walking paths and garden spaces.Organizers say returning visitors and first-time guests alike can expect to discover something new.
A featured addition this year is the Amazing Grace Bells, located along the Meditation Pathway. The bells were handcrafted from oxygen tanks that were cut and tuned to allow visitors to play the hymn "Amazing Grace."
Carolyn Tucker said the annual event provides an opportunity to share the beauty of the gardens while drawing attention to an important community cause.
"My garden displays a small part of the beauty and peace of God's creation," Tucker said. "I am pleased that it can also be used to draw attention to CVAN as they show compassion and protection to battered women and their children who are in crisis situations."
CVAN officials said they are grateful to the Tucker family for opening the gardens each year to support the organization's mission.
Founded in 1982, CVAN provides services for survivors of domestic violence and their children throughout Cabarrus County. Programs include a 24-hour crisis hotline, emergency shelter, support groups, court advocacy, teen services, a women's jail program, family support services and an outreach center.
According to the organization, CVAN assisted 1,744 women and children during the past year.
Admission to the garden tour is by donation at the entrance or online through CVAN's website. Visitors should be prepared for a walking tour and wear comfortable shoes. No public restrooms will be available on-site.
Tucker Gardens is located at 621 Hermitage Drive SE in Concord.Organizers recommend using "Winfield Boulevard SE and Hermitage Drive SE" in GPS applications to reach the front entrance. For more information, to donate or to view photos from previous tours, visit www.cvan.org.
Anyone experiencing domestic violence or seeking assistance for someone who may be in danger can contact CVAN's 24-hour hotline at 704-788-2826.
