University of Virginia Library

GARDEN CLUB TABLET

The Rector stated that he had received letters from Mr. Talbott and Mr. Gay suggesting
certain changes in the language of the inscription to be placed on a tablet marking the restoration
of the gardens at the University. Mrs. Smith clarified some of the questions raised by Mr.
Gay and after discussion the inscription with suggested changes was approved as follows.

THE GARDEN CLUB OF VIRGINIA

Has Restored These Five West Lawn Gardens According to the General Plan
of Thomas Jefferson As Engraved by Peter Maverick in 1822. The Recreated
Garden Designs by Alden Hopkins, Landscape Architect