The Gardens’ Timeline
Late 1970’s
- 1979: East Waterfall constructed in the Pond Strolling Garden
1980’s
- 1980: Viewing House and Zig-Zag Bridge constructed in the Pond Strolling Garden
- 1983: Garden tours were available by appointment only. Visitors parked in front of the Anderson home and tours were led by Mrs. Anderson
- 1984-85: Guest House constructed
- 1988: Tours were available on a reservation basis at 10:00 AM, 11:00 AM, 1:00 PM and 2:00 PM
- 1988-90: West Waterfall constructed
1990’s
- 1991: Tea House constructed
- 1991: Garden opened to walk-in visitors for the first time, but only on the first Monday of the month
- 1994: Public Garden hours were extended to the firsts two Mondays of the month
- 1997: Garden open to the public on a daily basis
2000’s
- 2005-06: Visitor Center and Main Gate constructed
- 2008: Demolition of the Anderson home. The property was eventually donated to Anderson Japanese Gardens.
- 2010: Pavilion constructed