Hunter Crook

Hunter Crook is the Color Display Garden Manager at Magnolia Plantation & Gardens. His passion for beautifying the world with flowers and foliage is expressed daily with the work himself and his team peform here at Magnolia - creating memorable horticultural experiences for guests. Crook's background in floral design and urban rooftop gardening provide a unique perspective for "Exploring the World of Fairies."

Tom Merglowski

From painting his first oil canvas at age 12 to joining the Marine Corps at 17, Tom Merglowski has always embraced a life of adventure. His military journey took him around the globe—including the Kingdom of Tonga—and even saw him swim across the equator. Yet, of all his travels, his first duty station in Charleston remained his favorite.

After the Marines, Tom spent 25 years running his own successful construction business. He returned to Charleston eight years ago. Today, he brings his hard work and versatile skills to the facilities department at Magnolia.