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Matthaei
Botanical Gardens

Hours
10am–4:30pm Tues–Sun *
10am–8:00pm Wed

*Closed Mondays

Admission
Free

Location
1800 N. Dixboro Rd.
Ann Arbor, MI 48105

Nichols
Arboretum

Hours
Seven days a week
Sunrise to sunset

Visitor center open 9am-5pm 

Admission
Free

Location
1610 Washington Hts.
Ann Arbor, MI 48104

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Receive monthly newsletters, event information, and more!

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About Us

Get to know MBGNA - Delve into our mission, stories, and the people who make it all happen.

Letter from the director ›
About us
Our people
Blog
In the news
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Careers
Nature Rx
Contact us

Strategic Plan

Learn how MBGNA is a unique, transformative force.

Download the pdf ›

Events

There's always something exciting happening!  Explore public events and classes, book a wedding, or rent a space for your event.

S P E C I A L    E V E N T

The Ways of Play

Celebrating 15 Years of the Gaffield Children's Garden

Upcoming events
Book your wedding
Private events & rentals

Say Yes to Nature!

Book a wedding with us in our conservatory or in one of our beautiful outside gardens.

Learn more ›

Learning

We offer a diverse array of learning experiences designed to foster a deeper understanding of the intricate interplay between humans and the natural world.

Learning events ›
Youth education & field trips
Scout programs
Nature play
Adult education
UM course visits
Faculty & student research
Student internships
Student awards

Nature Play Supports Learning

Visit the Gaffield Childen's Garden!

Learn more ›

Visit

We welcome you to explore the intersection of nature, education, and sustainability.

Know before you go ›

Matthaei Botanical Gardens

Currently Open
10:00 am to 4:30 pm
Closed Mondays. 

1800 N Dixboro Rd, Ann Arbor | MAP ›
Free admission
Metered parking available

Explore the gardens ›

Nichols Arboretum

Open Today
Sunrise to Sunset

1610 Washington Hts, Ann Arbor | MAP ›
Free admission
Leashed dogs welcome

Explore the arboretum ›

And More!

Campus Farm

Horner-McLaughlin Woods

Mud Lake Bog

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