Welcome to Dow Gardens...
Come discover 110 acres of identified trees, shrubs, herbaceous perennials, and flowers growing in a beautiful and educational mid-Michigan horticultural garden. Dow Gardens was established in 1899 by Herbert H. Dow for the enjoyment of his family, friends, and associates. Since then, the gardens have delighted hundreds of thousands of visitors from all over the world.
Admission
Daily admission is $5.00 for adults, $1.00 for ages 6-17 or anyone with a student ID. Children five and under are free.
An annual admission card, which is transferable to a friend or family member, may be purchased for $10.00. When you purchase Dow Gardens admission you can also visit our newest addition: Whiting Forest.
Sorry, pets are not allowed.
Dow Gardens current hours
9:00 a.m. – 8:30 p.m.
Whiting Forest current hours
10:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m.
