Chandor Gardens Foundation News

The Friends of Chandor Gardens, part of Chandor Gardens Foundation Inc., are thrilled to present the 4th Annual Secret Gardens of Parker County Tour of seven gardens. Embark on a self-guided adventure through these hidden gems, each offering a unique and enchanting experience.

Uncover the beauty that lies beyond the hedges, fences and gates while wandering through these picturesque gardens. From tranquil oases to vibrant floral displays, each stop on the tour promises to inspire and delight.

The gardens can be visited in any order between the times of 10:00 am and 4:00 pm on Saturday, June 7. 2025. Make your own itinerary, go at your own pace, and enjoy your time in these beautiful gardens. 

** NOTE: In case of cancellation, due to SIGNIFICANT inclement weather, the tour will be held Saturday, June 14, 2025, instead.

Garden Locations & Map:

1. 128 True Grit Ct., Weatherford
2. 414 W. Spring St., Weatherford
3. 602 W. Columbia St., Weatherford
4. 711 W. Lee Ave., Chandor Gardens, Weatherford
5. 110 Oriole St., Weatherford
6. 106 Camelot Court, Weatherford
7. 231 Parker Oaks Lane, Hudson Oaks

Tickets:

• $15/person - online in advance
• $20/person - day of the event at 1st garden visited.

NOTE - Those purchasing tickets online will be emailed a brochure with information about each garden and a map a few days prior to the tour date. All ticket holders will be provided a printed copy of the brochure at the 1st garden gate visited the day of the event.

Regrettably, due to stairs and uneven terrain, the gardens on the tour are not fully accessible for those with mobility disabilities.

Thank-you so much to the garden owners!
We are only able to be in the private gardens through the gracious kindness of the owners.

For additional information call Karen at: 817-550-7762

** Proceeds benefit preservation and enhancement projects to Chandor Gardens reflecting the artistic vision of Douglas Chandor **

CLICK HERE TO PURCHASE TICKETS

THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS:

Chandor Gardens Foundation was thrilled to host "piano sensation" Danny Wright in concert Saturday May 10, 2025 at 7:00 P.M in the Great Room of Chandor Gardens, Weatherford, TX. Concert tickets included complimentary pre-concert wine and lite hors d’oeuvres from 6:30 PM to 7:00 PM.

For this concert Danny Wright showcased songs from his latest album,” From Stage to Screen”, which is a collection of 13 songs from beloved movie and Broadway songs, The album, which was released on February 1st, 2025, showcases Wright's signature style of blending classical and contemporary elements to create a mesmerizing listening experience. This new album includes renditions of iconic songs from popular movies such as "The Sound of Music," "Born Free" and "The Muppet Movie " as well as Broadway favorites including an Andrew Lloyd Weber medley, "Corner Of The Sky" from Pippin and "Try To Remember" from the Fantasticks. Wright also performed music from his many previous albums and performed several of his original compostions.

Trained as a classical pianist, Wright composes and performs original compositions that are blended with various influences including contemporary jazz, classical and neo-classical.

Danny Wright

Danny Wright is a pianist from Fort Worth, TX who has sold over 15 million albums since his debut in 1986. Wright has released more than 55 Piano Music Albums. He has been named twice by Billboard magazine as a Top 10 artist in the New-age music genre, with three of his albums in Billboard’s Top 10 New Age Albums for three consecutive years. Over the years, Wright’s repertoire has also encompassed other genres. Danny Wright has performed all over the world, including The Jack Singer Concert Hall in Calgary, Canada, The Liberace Museum in Las Vegas, Nevada, The Parliament of Religions in Salt Lake City, Utah, and The Smith Center in Las Vegas, Nevada. At The Smith Center, Danny headlined the Jazz Cabaret Room for many years, and performed a concert in their largest auditorium with Ventriloquist Terry Fator.

Danny Wright's piano destiny began at age four. He studied under the respected professor, Dr. Harris Cavender. Since that time, Danny's life has consisted of his love of music, the piano and his desire to share his gift with others. His warm, outgoing personality combined with extraordinary musical talent has enabled him to touch millions of listeners through his recordings and concerts.

 "Afternoon Tea with Douglas" & Bronze Bust Dedication was held on Saturday, October 5, 2024 between 3 pm and 5 pm at Chandor Gardens  celebrating the newly installed bronze portrait bust of Douglas Chandor.

Douglas Chandor, being from England, followed the British custom of "Afternoon Tea" (tea and a light snack) around 4:00 pm. We are sure Douglas would have been delighted to know that we carried on this tradition (with a Texas twist of ice tea instead of hot tea) for this special celebration of the bronze bust in his likeness.

Bronze bust dedication ceremony was at 4:30 pm and recognized all those who made this bronze possible, and to remember Douglas Granville Chandor (Aug 20, 1897 - Jan. 13, 1953), the internationally acclaimed portrait artist, gardener, and Weatherford's first "Citizen of the Year" in 1953.

Prior to the dedication ceremony guests were able to:

• View the bronze portrait bust of Douglas Chandor in the garden.
• Stroll through the gardens.
• Tour the Chandor house at one’s leisure. Docents were available to answer questions.
• Pause in the Great Room of the house and listen to beautiful music being played on the Steinway piano.
• Enjoy complimentary "Afternoon Tea" refreshments (ice tea and light bites)
• Try throwing English Lawn Bowls down the Bowling Green 

This was a FREE event (no admission fee).

Everyone was welcome!