THE SHAKESPEARE GARDEN The Shakespeare Garden was dedicated in 2009 and utilizes various species of plants that are found within the literature of William Shakespeare (1564-1616). It serves as a space for student leisure, creativity and relaxation. Located in front of the NVCC Fine Arts Center, the garden is cared for by horticulture students throughout the semester. “William Shakespeare, the most famous bard in the history of the English language, left us a legacy of beauty and love. Our garden represents a celebration of his love for nature and of people; a space to celebrate our own humanity in harmony with nature.” - NVCC President Daisy Cocco De Filippis, Ph.D. “The Life According to Nature” Under the greenwood tree Who loves to lie with me, And turn his merry note Unto the sweet bird’s throat, Come hither, come hither, come hither! Here shall he see No enemy But winter and rough weather. 14
Established: 2009 Founded by: David L.
Freedman, Class of 2011
Pedagogical role: This
garden provides horticulture students a diverse laboratory of shrubs and perennials to study. It encourages literature students to examine more closely the connection between Shakespeare and his metaphors based on plants. It serves as a public resource to promote greater interest in the works of Shakespeare.
