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The Oak Spring Garden Foundation is an operating foundation with the mission of promoting fresh thinking and bold action on the history and future of plants, gardens and landscapes.

Welcome to the Oak Spring Garden Foundation

OSGF is an operating foundation dedicated to sharing the gifts and ideas of Rachel "Bunny" Mellon. Its mission is to support and inspire fresh thinking and bold action on the history and future of plants, including the art and culture of plants, gardens and landscapes.

Our Latest Updates

Newest Updates

The Final Resting Place of President John F. Kennedy: The Untold Story of a Lost Memorial

After a multi-year search by OSGF researchers, a fascinating piece of presidential history has been unveiled. Learn more here.

Hiding in Plain Sight: Exciting Plants Found at Oak Spring

Landscapes can be full of surprises. Earlier this year our Head of Biodiversity Conservation, Charlotte Lorick, discovered some incredibly rare plant communities tucked away in the woods at Rokeby Farm. Read our recent blog about the discovery here.

2024 Courses and Workshops

Our roster of 2024 workshops and short courses is growing! Visit this page to view our program calendar and see which opportunities are currently open for you to engage with us.