Open Gardens SA – The Dominican Peace and Sophia Gardens
28 September @ 10:00 am - 4:30 pm
Pay at Gate
The Dominican Peace and Sophia Gardens are beautiful, calm and uplifting – a secluded, serene and special space.
Hidden away behind the high brick wall that encloses Cabra College is a surprise – overlooked by heritage stone buildings and a magnificent old Moreton Bay fig tree, is a hectare of informal, tranquil gardens. The Peace Gardens were established in 1987 as a memorial garden, a quiet yet stimulating space to connect with nature and enjoy all a garden gives. The Sophia Garden shares the site and surrounds the Sophia Centre, a unique and inspiring building architecturally designed and symbolically shaped as a spiral. A vibrant mosaic, also spiral in design, is the work of artist Gail Donovan. Mature trees create a sheltered feel, and beneath their shady canopies, meandering paths connect several themed gardens and areas with varied planting styles.
Garden Size: 2 hectares.
Charity: Sophia Centre.
Extra Activities: Morning and afternoon teas in the Sophia building.
Note: Open one day only – Sunday 28 September 2025.
Little St off Eaton St, Cumberland Park
Entry: $10 adults, under 18 FREE entry, and some concessions are available. We encourage you to bring cash as EFTPOS facilities are not always available.
