Garden Admission

Fernwood Members Free

Photography Day Pass, 5 people $75

Adults, 13-64         $12
Seniors, 65+         $9
Teachers & College Students         $9

First Responders*        $7
Military**        $7
Youth, 5-12        $7
Children, 4 & under        Free

LIGHTS at Fernwood Click here to learn more

Identification cards are required to utilize student, teacher, first responder, and military discounts.

An additional or separate fee may apply for some special events, including LIGHTS.

*FIRST RESPONDERS: Firefighters, EMT and Police.

**MILITARY: Veteran and active service members.

Fernwood Map

Garden Hours

Tuesday - Sunday, 11 am - 4 pm

Cafe Hours

Tuesday - Sunday, 11 am - 3 pm

LIGHTS Hours

6 - 9 pm, click here for specific dates & event info.

GARDEN CLOSED

July 4, September 21, Thanksgiving, December 24 & 25, December 31 & January 1 & 4.

Fernwood will close at 3 pm on Wednesday, November 26.


Garden Policies

Pet Policy

Pets are not permitted at Fernwood except for select special events. Service animals are welcome. Emotional support animals are not allowed.

Weapons Prohibition

Visitors are prohibited from openly carrying or concealing firearms, air guns, and other weapons on Fernwood property, regardless of whether a federal or state license to possess such items has been issued to the visitor.

Photography Policy

The purpose of Fernwood’s photography policy is to enhance the guest experience while providing limited access to professional photographers.

The quality of Fernwood’s guest experience and the safety of our visitors are of the utmost importance. To that end, photography must not disrupt Fernwood’s operations or limit access to grounds, exhibitions, or facilities. Learn more.

Reciprocal Admission Policy

Fernwood membership has its privileges, and a key benefit of membership is reciprocal access to participating gardens, nature centers, and museums across North America. Your Fernwood membership card gives you access to reciprocal benefits that often include free admission to more than 380 public gardens and over 140 nature centers.

Reciprocal members visiting Fernwood receive admission for up to two guests upon presentation of a current membership card from participating organizations.

American Horticultural Society Reciprocal Program
ANCA Reciprocal Network

Reciprocal Organization of Associated Museums (ROAM) Benefits
Fernwood members at the Century level and above may enjoy reciprocal admission and discounts to an eclectic list of more than 526 art, history, and cultural centers throughout North America

Reciprocal Organization of Associated Museums (ROAM)

Group Visits and Tours

Fernwood welcomes visits from clubs and other groups during normal public hours. A 20% discount on regular adult admission fees applies to groups of twenty (20) or more who register in advance and pay in one lump sum.

ONLY ONE DISCOUNT MAY BE APPLIED. Stacking discounts is not permitted.

If you call at least two weeks in advance of your visit, we are happy to provide your group with a tour guide or speaker, pending availability. We can accommodate up to 12 people per walking tour group and up to 120 people in a classroom program. If your group is larger, please let us know when you call, so we can schedule additional guides or speakers to serve you.

Tour fee: $50 per guide, per 12 people. Speaker fees vary depending on the type of program and the size of the facility used.

If our regular programs don't fit your schedule or needs, Fernwood offers opportunities to learn at your own pace. Interpretive signs are located along the garden paths and woodland trails.

For more information or to register for your group visit tour, please call 269.695.6491.

Environmental Education: School Field Trips

Fernwood’s gardens and natural areas are the perfect setting for students to observe, explore, and learn about nature! We offer a variety of engaging and interactive programs throughout the year for preschool-5th grade students. Each on-site program lasts 1-2 hours and may include a nature hike, an educational game, and a creative or stewardship activity. Learn more.

Visit us

13988 Range Line Road
Niles Michigan 49120

Hours
Tuesday - Sunday, 11 am - 4 pm

Cafe Hours
Tuesday - Sunday, 11 am - 3 pm

Phone
269.695.6491

Email
info@fernwoodbotanical.org