Skip to main content
  • My Cart
  • Educators
  • Researchers
  • Members
  • Donate
Home
  • Visit

    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 10:00 pm
    Conservatory 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

    • Matthaei Botanical Gardens
      • Matthaei Botanical Gardens
        • Explore the gardens
      • Gardens at Matthaei
        • Gardens Home
        • Gateway Garden
        • Bonsai Garden
          • Bonsai Home
          • Trees
            • Trees
            • Styles
          • Garden
          • Display
          • Culture
            • Asian Origins
            • Growing in America
            • Thriving in Ann Arbor
          • Community
        • Gaffield Children's Garden
        • Great Lakes Gardens
        • Herb Knot Garden
        • Labyrinth
        • Perennial Garden
        • Rock Garden
      • The Conservatory
        • Arid Climate
        • Temperate Climate
        • Tropical Climate
      • Trails
        • Dix Pond Trail
        • Fleming Creek Trail
        • Marilyn Bland Prairie Trail
        • Matthaei Botanical Gardens Trail
        • Sam Graham Trees Trail
        • Sue Reichert Discovery Trail
      • Gift shop
        • Shipping, payment, & returns
        • Other terms & conditions
        • Contact us
    • Nichols Aboretum
      • Nichols Arboretum
        • Explore the arboretum
      • Displays & Natural Collections
        • Displays & Collections Home
        • Alex Dow Field
        • Magnolia Glade
        • Main Valley
        • Oak Openings
        • River Landing
        • Schoolgirls' Glen
      • Gardens & Collections
        • Centennial Shrub Collection
        • Gateway Garden
        • Heathdale
        • Peony Garden
          • Peony Home
          • Visit
            • Visit the Garden
            • When to Visit
            • What's in Bloom
            • Peony Bed Maps
            • Kinds of Peonies
            • Walking Guides
            • Parking & Directions
          • Garden
            • Past & Present
            • Meet the Peonies
            • American Peony Society
            • Beauty & Significance
            • Peony Garden FAQ
            • Research
            • Worldwide Connections
          • Peonies
            • Timeline
            • Floral forms
            • Peony History
            • Public Peony Gardens – Current & Lost to Time
            • Season & Color
          • Care
            • Care Calendar
            • Care FAQ
            • Peony Diseases
            • Dividing Peonies
            • Resources
          • Get Involved
            • How you can help
            • Donate
            • Our Supporters
      • Trails at the Arb
    • And more!
      • Campus Farm
      • Horner-McLaughlin Woods
      • Mud Lake Bog
    • Know Before You Go
      • Overview
      • Parking
      • Bike to Matthaei Botanical Gardens
      • Accessibility
      • Photography
      • Eastern Massasauga Rattlesnake
  • Events

    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

    Free Peony Shuttle 

    Enjoy the W.E. Upjohn Peony 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 ›
    • Events
      • All Events
      • Arts and Culture
      • Family Friendly
      • Learning Opportunities
      • Special Events
    • Rentals
      • All Rentals
      • Weddings
      • Room Rentals
      • Conservatory Rentals
      • Garden Rentals
    • Weddings & Private Events
      • Plan an Event
      • Book A Wedding
  • Learning

    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 ›
    • Youth Education & Field Trips
      • Guided Field Trips
      • Self-Guided Field Trips
    • Scout Programs
    • Adult Tours and Education
    • Student Prizes & Awards
    • UM Course Visits
    • Faculty & Student Research
      • Faculty & Student Research
      • Research Application
      • Natural Area Data Resources
    • Student Internships
    • Gaffield Children's Garden
    • DIY Nature Play
  • Get Involved

    Get Involved

    You can be more than a spectator—you can be an important part of the growth and stewardship that make what we do possible.

    Become a member
    Become a donor
    Tributes & memorial gifts
    Become a volunteer
    Call for art
    Shop gear
    U-M Students
    Exhibit your art

    Stay Connected

    Receive monthly newsletters, event information, and more!

    Sign up now ›
    • Get Involved
    • Gifts & Endowments
      • Gifts & Endowments
      • Tribute and Memorial Gifts
    • Membership
      • Member Benefits
      • Member Login
    • Eco-Workday Volunteer Sign-Up
  • About Us

    About Us

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

    About us
    Our people
    Blog
    Newsletter
    Nature & Well-being
    In the news
    Careers
    Contact us

    MBGNA Blog

    News and stories from the Matthaei-Nichols ecosystem.

    Learn more ›
    • Mission & People
      • Strategic Plan
      • Staff at Matthaei-Nichols
    • Visiting Information
      • Know Before You Go
      • Contact
  • Search

Stay connected to what's growing here

Explore past issues of MBGNA Connected for updates, behind-the-scenes work, seasonal shifts, and the people who make it all happen.

Subscribe for updates

Want these stories and upcoming events delivered straight to your inbox? Join the MBGNA Connected email list.

Join our email list ›

2026

April, 2026

March, 2026

February, 2026

January, 2026


2025

December, 2025

November, 2025

October, 2025

September, 2025

August, 2025

July, 2025

June, 2025

May, 2025

April, 2025

March, 2025

February, 2025

January, 2025


2024

December, 2024

November, 2024

October, 2024

September, 2024

August, 2024

July, 2024

June, 2024

May, 2024

April, 2024

March, 2024

February, 2024

January, 2024


2023

December, 2023

November, 2023

October, 2023

September, 2023

August, 2023

July, 2023

June, 2023

May, 2023

April, 2023

March, 2023

February, 2023

January, 2023

Become a Member

Join the club of over nearly 3,000 members dedicated to caring for nature and enriching life. Annual membership gifts are crucial for funding independent projects and initiatives.

Learn More ›
Matthaei Botanical Gardens & Nichols Arboretum
  • About
  • News
  • Staff
  • Careers
  • Contact

© Matthaei Botanical Gardens and Nichols Arboretum

  • Login

Matthaei
Botanical Gardens

Hours
10am–4:30pm Sun 
10am–8:00pm *Mon - Sat

*The conservatory is closed on  Mondays.

Admission
Free

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

Nichols
Arboretum

Hours
Seven days a week
Sunrise to sunset

Visitor center is closed for the season. 

Admission
Free

Location
1610 Washington Hts.
Ann Arbor, MI 48104

Visit Mathaei-Nichols on YouTube
Visit Mathaei-Nichols on Facebook
Visit Mathaei-Nichols on Instagram

Get Involved

You can be more than a spectator—you can be an important part of the growth and stewardship that make what we do possible.

Become a member
Become a donor
Tributes & memorial gifts
Become a volunteer
Call for art
Shop gear
U-M Students
Exhibit your art

Stay Connected

Receive monthly newsletters, event information, and more!

Sign up now ›

About Us

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

About us
Our people
Blog
Newsletter
Nature & Well-being
In the news
Careers
Contact us

MBGNA Blog

News and stories from the Matthaei-Nichols ecosystem.

Learn more ›

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

Free Peony Shuttle 

Enjoy the W.E. Upjohn Peony 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 10:00 pm
Conservatory 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

sfy39587stp18