Lewes in Bloom History & Mission
The idea for Lewes in Bloom came in 2001, when Warren Golde, horticulturalist & landscape designer, was stranded in England following the terrorist attacks of Sept. 11th.
Warren decided to visit Lewes in the south of England, for which Lewes, Delaware town is named. The town was beautifully adorned with flowers, plants and other welcoming accoutrements. Golde was inspired to bring this vision to Delaware, where he started Lewes in Bloom as a non-profit organization in 2001, leading to our first garden year in 2002.
The transformation of Lewes' public spaces, gardens and parks into vibrant and beautiful areas is a testament to the power of community.
"What began with a handful of dedicated volunteers has blossomed into Lewes in Bloom, a thriving organization that now includes more than 500 members."
The mission of Lewes in Bloom is to promote and maintain the beautification of Lewes public gardens and parks through citizen volunteerism.
Lewes in Bloom, INC. (LIB) is a 501(c)(3) not-for-profit corporation.
We Win Awards!
In September of 2015, during the America in Bloom Symposium in Holland, Mich., Lewes was named the winner of the Champions Category for small towns.
Lewes has previously won America in Bloom honors in 2010, 2005 and 2003. The Champions Category features three-time winners.
The concept of Art in Bloom emerged from the America in Bloom competition in Holland, Michigan in 2015 when Lewes in Bloom brought home the Circle of Champions award.
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