Hanson Family Memorial Garden is located next to the Smith Social Pavilion on Playground Road near the playground where little Christine Hanson liked to play. The Garden is a memorial to Peter, Sue and 2 1/2-year-old Christine Hanson who lost their lives in the tragic events that occurred on September 11, 2001. The Garden was created and dedicated to the Hanson Family in October 2001. A Committee of the Groton Garden Club, shown in the garden, is committed to the care and upkeep of the Memorial Garden and to the separate memorial for Christine Hanson near the entrance to the playground for visitors and children to enjoy. Courtesy photo