The Avondale Estates Garden Club was organized in June 1931 by Mrs. Germaine McGovern with the objective to "advance gardening and the development of home grounds; to aid in the protection of forest, wild flowers and birds; to encourage the art of flower arranging". The Club became a member of the Garden Club of Georgia in 1937, helped to organize the Dekalb County Federation of Garden Clubs in 1948, and is also a member of the National Garden Clubs, Inc. They have particpated in many civic beautification projects such as conserving the Avondale Park and Bird Sanctuary Park as well as contributing to landscape improvements at local schools. In 1932, the Club planted 253 Abelia bushes along a three-block stretch of Avondale Road to create a hedge that stands today and is a focal point in the community. The Club has given support to many local organizations including the Egleston Memorial Childrens' Hospital, the American Red Cross, and The State Botanical Garden of Georgia. The Club has received numerous awards at local and regional flower shows such as the Dekalb County Federation of Garden Clubs Flower Show.