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Matthaei Botanical Gardens

Currently Open

10:00 am to 8:00 pm

Conservatory closed Mondays.

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

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Nichols Arboretum

Open Today

Sunrise to Sunset

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

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And 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

Shakespeare in the Arb

Love's Labor's Lost

Say Yes to Nature!

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

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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 ›

Nature Play Supports Learning

Visit the Gaffield Childen's Garden!

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

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About Us

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MBGNA Blog

News and stories from the Matthaei-Nichols ecosystem.

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Meet the Peonies

Sitka

Details

Floral form

Japanese

Cultivar

Lactiflora

Year introduced

1945

Breeder

Auten

Country of origin

United States

Location

Bed 21	Row 3 Column E
Bed 21	Row 3 Column F

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.

Stay Connected

Receive monthly newsletters, event information, and more!

About Us

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

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

Shakespeare in the Arb

Love's Labor's Lost

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 ›

Nature Play Supports Learning

Visit the Gaffield Childen's Garden!

Learn more ›