Membership » New York Botanical Garden

Members experience more of what makes NYBG so exceptional. There’s something new to discover every season, and as a Member, you can visit again and again. When you join, you receive free admission—plus exclusive Member benefits. Your Membership also supports NYBG’s initiatives in science, education, and horticulture.

Around the Table Members-Only Benefits

The best way to experience Around the Table: Stories of the Foods We Love is as a Member. Members receive free access every day and can visit multiple times! Plus, Members can take advantage of Member Days and exclusive discounts.

At the Patron Level, enjoy the best of the Garden with special viewing opportunities for Around the Table: Stories of the Foods We Love and invitations to exclusive events throughout the year.

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Core Membership Benefits:

Year-round admission to the Garden grounds and Enid A. Haupt Conservatory*
Entrance into the Holiday Train Show^® and The Orchid Show
Half-price parking year-round
Member passes valid for either free parking or guest admission—it’s your choice^†
10% discount at NYBG Shop
Discounts on premium events, concerts, lectures, and films
Members-Only exhibition previews, events, and trips
Member Days throughout the year with extra discounts

Discounts on education programs for adults and children
Exclusive monthly e-newsletters and other Members-Only communications
Reciprocal benefits at participating gardens and arboreta
Discounts at area nurseries and garden centers.
Access to plant information specialists available via phone and web
Borrowing privileges with the LuEsther T. Mertz Library
100% Tax Deductible

*Some special events may be excluded.

^†Member Passes, which are one-time use vouchers, arrive in the mail 2–3 weeks after purchase. Passes are not valid for the Holiday Train Show, NYBG GLOW tickets, or select premium events.

Memberships are nonrefundable.

Compare Membership levels at a glance

Individual $90

Core benefits and admission for 1 adult
2 complimentary Member passes (mailed 2–3 weeks after purchase)

Senior rates available on purchase page.

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Dual $120

Core benefits and admission for 2 adults
2 complimentary Member passes (mailed 2–3 weeks after purchase)

Senior rates available on purchase page.

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Family $145

Core benefits and admission for 2 adults and up to 5 children under 16 years of age
2 complimentary Member passes (mailed 2–3 weeks after purchase)

Senior rates available on purchase page.

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Friends & Family $175

Core benefits and admission for 2 adults and up to 5 children under 16 years of age
Free admission for a guest on every visit
6 complimentary Member passes (mailed 2–3 weeks after purchase)

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Supporting $300

Core benefits and admission for 2 adults and up to 5 children under 16 years of age
Free admission for a guest on every visit
6 complimentary guest passes
Free parking when visiting the Garden
Complimentary early morning grounds access
Priority signup for seasonal walks with horticultural experts

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Contributing $600

Core benefits and admission for 2 adults and up to 5 children under 16 years of age
Free admission for 2 guests on every visit
6 complimentary guest passes
Free parking when visiting the Garden
Complimentary early morning grounds access
Priority signup for seasonal walks with horticultural experts
Admission for 2 to a Garden exhibition morning reception
Admission for 2 to a private event with a curator

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Sustaining $1,000

Core benefits and admission for 2 adults and up to 5 children under 16 years of age
Free admission for 2 guests on every visit
6 complimentary guest passes
Free parking when visiting the Garden
Complimentary early morning grounds access
Priority signup for seasonal walks with horticultural experts
Admission for 2 to a Garden exhibition morning reception
Admission for 2 to a private event with a curator
Reserved seating at major Adult Education symposia/lectures with purchase of ticket
Invitation for 2 to the Carnegie Lecture

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Patrons $1,500

($1,395 tax deductible)

NYBG Patrons receive unparalleled concierge service and invitations to exclusive events throughout the year, in addition to insider’s access to the Garden’s curators, scientists, educators, and horticulturalists.

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Community Grounds

Individual $40 – Admission for 1 adult

Family $70 – Admission for 2 adults and 2 children (under 16 years of age)

Year-round admission to the Garden grounds
Access to an array of outdoor specialty gardens and collections
100% tax deductible
Membership does not include access to the Rock Garden, Conservatory, Special Exhibitions, or the use of Garden trams

Community Grounds Membership must be purchased in person at any ticket window.

Membership Office: Monday–Friday, 9 a.m.–5 p.m.
Call 718.817.8703 or e-mail membership@nybg.org

Learn how to access your Member Online Account.

For additional Membership information, please visit Membership FAQs.