Tuesday, 12th March, 2013 - Freeport, Bahamas - "As the Commonwealth of The Bahamas unites in celebration of its 40th
anniversary of independence, the Garden of the Groves also commemorates
four decades of existence," stated Henry St. George, Vice President,
The Grand Bahama Port Authority, Limited (GBPA)

 
Speaking
during an official plaque unveiling, St. George noted that since its
opening and dedication to the founding father of Freeport, Wallace
Groves and his wife Georgette in 1973, the garden has
been a vital part of the Grand Bahama community. 

"It
has carved out a niche in the tourism map of this island, as well as
our community Not only is the garden a highly regarded tourist
attraction, but through the hardworking efforts of so many individuals,
it has become a place where residents can get together and participate
in family activities," he added...