Thousands of people tune-in via television each year from around the world to watch the Rose Parade in Pasadena, CA, with thousands more staying tuned-in to watch the Rose Bowl game which follows. Have you ever wondered who is responsible for overseeing these two huge endeavors? The Tournament of Roses Association is who and their headquarters at the Tournament of Roses House is beautiful! Each Thursday from February through August at 2:00pm the doors of this home are swung open to the public and free tours are given.
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Patriotic Roses
As an American, have you ever looked at a beautiful rose and felt a pang of patriotism?
There’s a good reason for that…
In 1986, the rose was designated the official flower and floral emblem of the United States of America — America the beautiful indeed!