Date/Time
Date(s) - 05/01/2023
9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Location
Friendship Botanic Gardens
Categories
The Gardens, which are tucked throughout the valley of Trail Creek, include forested woodlands, sprawling open meadows, and several cultivated gardens.
During the season, the Gardens will be open Tuesday through Sunday from 9 a.m.-5 p.m. Daily admission is $10 for ages 13 and over; seniors, $7; however, on Thursdays, admission to the Gardens is $5 for everyone. Children 12 and under are free everyday; active duty military are free everyday, too, and must show ID.
Garden visitors must respect the following guidelines that have been put in place for the safety of the community. Guests who pay daily admission must pay via credit or debit card only, as there will be no cash transactions. Upon arrival at the Welcome Cabin, please call the office to make your transaction over the phone. To ensure the safety of Garden employees and guests, all transactions will take place over the phone until further notice to prevent the spread of germs.
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