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What is a Public Garden?
Examples of Public Gardens:
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Botanical Gardens
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Arboreta
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Cemeteries
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Zoological Gardens
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Sculpture Gardens
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College & University Campuses
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Historic Homes
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Urban Greening Organizations
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Natural Areas
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City, County, State, & Federal Parks
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Botanical Gardens
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Arboreta
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Cemetaries
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Zoological Gardens
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Sculpture Gardens
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College & University Campuses
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Historic Homes
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Urban Greening Organizations
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Natural Areas
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City, County, State, & Federal Parks
Featured Gardens
Who Should Visit a Public Garden?
You should! Public gardens are for everyone. They are great places to learn, play, spend some quiet and reflective time, exercise and explore with friends and family.
Many public gardens participate in the Museums for All program which enables, those receiving food assistance (SNAP benefits) to gain free or reduced admission. Visit the Museum for All website to find a participating garden near you!
What Public Gardens are Near Me?
Visit the Public Gardens Map on the American Public Gardens Association website to find public gardens near you!
Tips for Having a Great Public Garden Adventure
Head to your local public gardens for a great outdoor adventure. Take our printable journals to guide your adventures. Public gardens are open during all the seasons — make sure you wear the right clothes, like rain boots in the spring or a warm coat in the winter. You can even take a snack, but make sure you throw away your garbage!
