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Certified Designer/APLD Fellow Rates

Main Conference: $900
Pre-Conference (Friday, October 11): $250

Member Rates
Professional, Emerging Professional, Landscape Design Enthusiast & Retired Members
Main Conference: $975
Pre-Conference (Friday, October 11): $250

Student/Educator Member Rates
Main Conference: $780
Pre-Conference (Friday, October 11): $250

Non-Member Rates
Main Conference: $1,475
Pre-Conference (Friday, October 11): $350


Conference Schedule

Friday, October 11, 2024

  Breakfast on Your Own
8:30 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. Registration
9:15 a.m. – 5:30 p.m. Pre-Conference Tour: Magnolia Plantation and Middleton Place (Space Limited to 50, Lunch Included)
Kick off the conference with our pre-conference tour at Magnolia Plantation & Gardens and Middleton Place. Discover 170 years of family history and explore the historic gardens, the world of camellias, and the Greenhouse Nursery complex. Traverse 450 acres by Nature Train, uncovering the secrets of the Lowcountry’s flora and fauna. After lunch, we’ll explore America’s oldest landscaped gardens at Middleton Place, and delve into its rich history and diverse ecosystems.
  Main Conference Begins
6:30 p.m. – 8:30 p.m. Opening Reception
Heavy hors d’oeuvres and Cash Bar
8:45 p.m.   Return to Hotel


Saturday, October 12, 2024

  Breakfast on Your Own
8:30 a.m. – 9:30 a.m. Registration
9:30 a.m. – 5:30 p.m. Garden Tours: Old Village, Mt. Pleasant
Immerse yourself in the beauty of private gardens in the quaint Old Village of Mt. Pleasant. This exclusive tour offers a rare glimpse into Charleston’s most enchanting green spaces, complete with spectacular harbor views. Discover the history and design principles behind these captivating gardens, featuring unique elements that reflect the owners’ passions for horticulture and history.
5:30 p.m. – 7:30 p.m.  Reception
Heavy hors d’oeuvres and Cash Bar
8:00 p.m. Return to Hotel


Sunday, October 13, 2024

  Breakfast on Your Own
8:30 a.m. – 9:30 a.m. Registration
9:30 a.m. – 5:30 p.m. Garden Tours: Historic Downtown Charleston
Indulge in garden tours through the heart of historic Charleston. We will stroll through beautifully designed gardens that showcase the city’s rich horticultural legacy. Discover hidden gems traditionally locked behind gates or tucked away in alleyways. Learn from knowledgeable guides who will share insights into the history, architecture, and plant life of Charleston’s gardens.
5:30 p.m. – 7:30 p.m.  Reception
Heavy hors d’oeuvres and Cash Bar
8:00 p.m. Return to Hotel


The schedule is subject to change due to traffic delays or other unforeseeable circumstances. Garden tour arrival and departure times are approximate.

SPONSORSHIP INFORMATION

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HOTEL INFORMATION

Hyatt Place & Hyatt House Charleston Historic District
560 King Street, Charleston, SC 29403
843-414-0722

Please contact the hotel for rates and availability.

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AIRPORT INFORMATION

Charleston International Airport
Distance from hotel: 11 miles
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Thank You to Our Conference Sponsors!


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