South Carolina S 503: Riverbanks Botanical Garden, 30th anniversary

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2025-2026 Bill 503 Text of Previous Version (Mar. 26, 2025) - South Carolina Legislature Online 

South Carolina General Assembly
126th Session, 2025-2026

Bill 503

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A senate RESOLUTION

TO RECOGNIZE AND 
HONOR THE RIVERBANKS BOTANICAL GARDEN ON THE OCCASION OF ITS THIRTIETH 
ANNIVERSARY AND TO COMMEND ITS OUTSTANDING CONTRIBUTIONS TO CONSERVATION, 
EDUCATION, AND COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT IN SOUTH CAROLINA.

Whereas, the Riverbanks 
Botanical Garden, occupying seventy acres on the west campus of Riverbanks Zoo 
and Garden in Lexington County, has been a treasured landmark and source of 
inspiration since its opening on June 10, 1995; and

Whereas, the garden 
showcases over 5,700 species of native and exotic plants, serving as both a 
beautiful attraction and trusted resource for conservationists across the 
nation; and

Whereas, Riverbanks 
Botanical Garden has been recognized nationally, earning accolades such as 
being named one of "10 Gardens That Inspire" by Horticulture magazine and one 
of "20 Great Public Gardens Across America" by HGTV; and

Whereas, the garden 
expanded in 2016 with the opening of Waterfall Junction, a three-acre 
children's garden featuring a 25-foot cascading waterfall, providing an 
interactive space for families to connect with nature; and

Whereas, Riverbanks 
Botanical Garden plays a critical role in conservation, partnering with 
universities, agencies, and organizations to protect threatened and endangered 
plant species, including the federally endangered Schweinitz's sunflower and 
the rare Rocky Shoals spider lily; and

Whereas, recognizing the 
vital role of pollinators in sustaining agriculture and natural ecosystems, 
Riverbanks Botanical Garden established the Planting with a Purpose initiative 
to encourage the community to create pollinator friendly habitats, the presence 
of which contributes to environmental health and economic sustainability; and

Whereas, for thirty years, 
Riverbanks Botanical Garden has served as a beacon of education, conservation, 
and natural beauty that enriches the lives of residents and visitors alike. 
Now, therefore,

Be it resolved by the Senate:

That the members of the South Carolina Senate, by this resolution, recognize and honor 
the Riverbanks Botanical Garden on the occasion of its thirtieth anniversary 
and commend its outstanding contributions to conservation, education, and 
community engagement in South Carolina.

Be it further resolved that a copy of this resolution 
be presented to Riverbanks Botanical Garden.

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