Field Trip Resource Guide
Matthaei Botanical Gardens
Last Update: September 2008
| Name of Institution | Matthaei Botanical Gardens |
|---|---|
| Address | 1880 N. Dixboro Road |
| City, State, Zip | Ann Arbor, MI 48105 |
| Phone# | 734-647-7860 |
| URL, if available | http://sitemaker.umich.edu/mbgna |
| E-mail, if available | bjklatt(at)umich.edu |
| Date(s) of Operation | The Gardens are closed Thanksgiving, Christmas Eve, Christmas Day, and New Year's Day. |
| Hours of Operation | The Conservatory and Gardens Gift Shop are open 10:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. The grounds are open from 8:00 a.m. to sunset. |
| Price of Admission (adult, child), if any | Conservatory: Adult: $6.00 Student (5-18): $3.00 Free Public Admission: Mondays 10:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. |
| Brief Description of Facility | Matthaei Botanical Gardens is situated on a lush 350-acre oasis of diverse plant life. Outdoor nature trails wind through various habitats native to Michigan while the indoor Conservatory fascinates visitors of all ages with a rare glimpse of plants from around the world. The Gardens sponsors classes, lectures, and special events, making it an educational resource of great beauty. Explore our web site to get a feel for what Matthaei is all about, then come visit and experience the Gardens for yourself. There's always something new to see at Matthaei. Tours of the Conservatory and Trails at Matthaei Botanical Gardens and at the Nichols Arboretum are available throughout the academic year. The tours are led by trained guides, called docents, and are designed around the Michigan education benchmarks (MEAP) for science, math, and social studies. The tours cover a variety of topics including plant parts, ecosystems, restoration ecology, and wetlands. Please see the full description of our Tour Topics for more information. All tours must be scheduled at least three weeks in advance. Fees for a tour range from $3 per child to $6 per adult, depending on the length and type of tour. Teachers and bus drivers receive complimentary admisssion. A bus subsidy is also available to underwrite transportation costs. |