In 2018, as part of our tourism plan, Creative Arts Network Inc. (CAN) launched our on-going Hortensia beautification initiative, a hydrangea planting program. Every year since, except during

the Covid pandemic, CAN has planted  dozens of hydrangeas and other plants in downtown Fall River and Fall River Waterfront Cultural District.  The impact: ​ hundreds of flowers in bloom throughout the city, honoring our community's deep ties to Portugal, where hydrangeas abound, and enhancing Fall River’s visual appeal immeasurably. 

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Most recently, in 2024, we planted lavender, butterfly bushes, feather reed grass, and four varieties of hydrangeas. We also installed and

filled urns and containers to brighten up our streets and green spaces.

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