Early Camellias Author Event and Book Signing

ONSITE Author Event and BookSigning

A Camellia plant, with pink blooms, against a golden sun rays streaming in the far window.

Friday, January 16, 2026
5:00–6:00 pm

Free; Registration required

Please note: Early Camellias Event and Book Signing is taking place in our Visitor Center Auditorium, for which Gardens Admission is not required. Please note, our Gardens are closed on January 17 beginning at 5:00 pm.

This class is intended as an adult learning experience. Find out more about our Family Learning experiences.

Join us for an engaging author lecture and book signing with F. Wayne Stromeyer, contributor to Early Camellias in Louisiana, a beautifully researched tribute to one of the South’s most iconic blooms.

Stromeyer shares insights into the camellia’s early history in Louisiana, from its introduction in the 1800s to its lasting impact on Southern gardens. Learn about the people, places, and passion behind this enduring flower.

Location

The Visitor Center Auditorium

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