Despite challenging times, this past Friday marked a momentous day in the history of both Marie Selby Botanical Gardens and Historic Spanish Point - as well as the Sarasota region. The two organizations officially become one - with two distinct campuses providing bayfront sanctuaries connecting people to air plants of the world, native nature, and our regional history. To learn more about Selby Gardens' adoption of Historic Spanish Point, click here.

“I know you will be happy to hear that we are currently developing the first phase of our plan to gradually reopen both campuses from their temporary closure, tied to the COVID-19 guidelines issued by the Governor on April 29” said Jennifer Rominiecki, president and CEO, “We are hopeful that we can welcome you back soon for safe social distancing in truly glorious settings. The exciting news is that if you are a member of either campus, your membership will now provide you with access to both!”

A new unified website will be launched later this spring. Also continuing is "Bring Selby Gardens to You" with digital content about both sites and their initiatives issued at 2 p.m. daily on social media channels.

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