In a joint venture with the Connecticut Valley Garden Club, GCH undertakes the compete restoration of the Sunken Garden at Farmington’s Hill-Stead Museum. The garden was originally designed by Beatrix Ferrand, and the committee followed her original plans as closely as possible, aiming for historical accuracy. This effort included the layout of the garden and paths as well as the flower selection. Garden club volunteers were responsible for researching, buying and planting of plant material. The opening of the restored garden was held on June 21, 1988.