Heard-Craig House McKinney Texas

Katie's	Garden
	The garden is a tribute to Kathryn Heard Craig, an accomplished artist, author, and philanthropist who was dedicated to her family and community. Katie (as she was known) lived her life by the words, "to those whom much is given, much is required." She served her community through volunteer work and by making "quiet" contributions to needy organizations and projects. It was not in her nature to boast of her philanthropy or accomplishments, but to serve others and provide help or assistance when needed. The beautiful garden was designed by Elizabeth Smidt of Great Gardens in McKinney. The lovely landscape has transformed the grounds of the Heard-Craig House and Carriage House. A wedding gazebo, antique rose gardens, knot garden, and even a "secret" garden are accented with a beautiful Victorian fountain, urns and garden ornamentation. Katie's Garden is a popular location for weddings, special events and the "Music in the Garden" series."
Victorian Bower
The companies, organizations and individuals who made the garden landscape possible are: McKinney Community Development Corporation, Great Gardens, McKinney Garden Club, Art Club of McKinney, Annette Dale, Chesshir Stone of McKinney, Wal-Mart Foundation, Edelweiss-Tyrolese Club, Halcyon Club, En Avant Club, Jeanne d'Arc Club, Rainbow Reviews, McKinney Historic Neighborhood Assn., Heard-Craig League, McKinney Tourism Services, John Abston Chapter of the D. A. R., Owl Club, Delta Kappa Gamma and private donors.
	Swan Fountain


Summer in the Garden	Winter in the Garden


Gazebo	Garden Path