AMERICAN ROSE SOCIETY

The American Rose Society, founded in 1892, is an educational, nonprofit organization dedicated entirely to the cultivation and enjoyment of roses. 24,000 members strong, the national organization is made up mainly of home gardeners who enjoy growing roses and want to expand and share their knowledge of rose culture. Many members also belong to local chapters and affiliates throughout the country which offer rose-related programs and activities.

The Society headquarters, located near Shreveport, Louisiana, is home to over 20,000 rose bushes on the grounds of the American Rose Center. The beautiful gardens feature nearly 400 varieties of modern and old garden roses, and are the main attraction for many events held throughout the year.

American Rose Society members receive a monthly magazine, the American Rose, containing articles written by rose growers from around the world. ARS Consulting Rosarians, a national network of local rose experts, are always ready and willing to share knowledge and enthusiasm for the rose.

The American Rose Society is a 501(C)(3) nonprofit educational organization governed by a Board of Directors and operated under the direction of an Executive Director and an Executive Committee.

To become a member of the American Rose Society or to learn more about the organization:

Mail:

American Rose Society

P. O. Box 30,000

Shreveport, LA 71130-0030

Phone:

318-938-5402

E-mail:

ars@ars-hq.org

Fax:

318-938-5405