Donated by Mikel Folcarelli & John Gwynne

Sakonnet Garden, in Little Compton, RI, is a hidden exotic garden embedded within a native coastal fields landscape, the over 40-year project of John Gwynne and Mikel Folcarelli. Embark on a private tour for 6 of this extraordinary garden, with a catered lunch and transportation from Heritage Museums & Gardens included. Step inside and walk the pathways that lead you through row upon row of blooming plants, flowers and trees. Winding trails, hidden passageways, and handmade rock walls lead you to whimsical corners and well-cared for gardens – each space having its own mood and horticultural objective. Go through the rabbit hole and discover this secret garden – an ongoing experiment in design, scale, and plantings that will delight and inspire.

Learn more from a New York Times article in 2022 about this ‘secret garden’.