Frequently Asked Questions about Admission
Members: Free
Adults: $10
Youth 3-17: $5
2 and Under: Free
Museums for All: $5*
Occasional public free for all days will be scheduled each season. Partnerships with other non-profits and local agencies are also being explored.
*The Gardens is a participating member of Museums for All, a national, branded access program that encourages individuals of all backgrounds to visit museums regularly and build lifelong museum habits. Those receiving food assistance (SNAP benefits) can gain free or reduced admission to more than 1,500 museums throughout the United States.
A seasonal admission fee will begin on April 23, 2026 and continue to the day before Thanksgiving. Winter months will not currently require admission.
Present your SNAP card at entry.
Museums for All is a national, branded access program that encourages individuals of all backgrounds to visit museums regularly and build lifelong museum habits. Those receiving food assistance (SNAP benefits) can gain free or reduced admission to more than 1,500 museums throughout the United States.
Admission is free on the following dates in 2026: April 25, April 26, June 9, June 23, July 7, July 21, August 4, August 18.
Admission from late November – Earth Day is free, apart from some special events.
Digital membership cards have been emailed. Save them in your Apple or Google wallet for easy access or simply print them if you prefer a hard copy. Cards will be scanned at the Welcome Center. The pedestrian entrance will be equipped with a reader.
365 days.
You can visit the Membership page on our website or contact us at info@monkgardens.org or 715-722-4771. All memberships are tax deductible. While it is easiest to purchase online, you can stop at the welcome center during business hours to do in-person.
Only members will be able to utilize the reader being installed at the pedestrian gate.
Yes! You have access to nearly 400 gardens across the country! Simply present your Monk Gardens Membership to any participating AHS Network Garden and you will gain entrance at your same level of membership.
Not if you are coming as part of a group/corporate volunteer event. Individuals do need to be members to volunteer; volunteers are able to earn free membership!
No. A photography permit or annual photography membership covers the photographer or videographer’s use of the Gardens for a commercial session, and admission for them and their clients. Learn more about photography guidelines.
No. Your rental fee includes your guests.
