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Frequently Asked Questions
On Wausau’s Northwest side, 1901 N 4th Ave. Enter the address (not name) on GPS as our main entrance address change from 1st Ave to 4th Ave in 2025 and not all GPS programs have caught up yet.
The land was donated in 2003 by the Robert W. Monk III, who had the vision of an educational community botanical garden.
Just under 30 acres.
Several finished themed gardens, a kitchen garden, potager, treehouse, yurt, and a mile of accessible trails. We also offer a variety of programs and events for all ages.
Yes! We welcome all leashed and picked up after pups! The only place they cannot go is in the Kraemer Family English Garden; but no worries, you can still see the blooms without taking them in.
Hours change seasonally. Please check our Visitor Info page. We occasionally close for events, so please see our Event Calendar for updates, too.
Admission is free for all Gardens Members! Non-member fee is $10/adult, $5/child. Memberships start at $35/year for an individual.
We are an American Horticultural Society Network Garden! Our membership is accepted at over 400 other Gardens across the country (and vice versa). Check out which other Gardens are in Network at https://ahsgardening.org/ahs-garden-network/
There is a Lost & Found in the Welcome Center just inside the main entrance at 1901 N 4th Ave.
The Gardens’ Executive Director, staff and Board of Directors is responsible for managing the garden and helping the community realize the dream of a botanical garden in North Central Wisconsin. Over 100 volunteers help to maintain the grounds along with a variety of volunteer positions.
In many ways. We need volunteers to help staff at our events, maintain the garden grounds, and support our community workdays. Others serve on our various committees. Contributions from area foundations and businesses, individuals and families, are helping us meet our capital and annual needs as we develop the Gardens. Become a Member. Visit our donation, volunteer, or membership pages to learn more.
All main trails are wheelchair accessible. We have many benches along all trails to rest and recover. We currently do not have any wheelchairs available but can accommodate three people during any of our tours or events via a golf cart. To reserve this service at least one week in advance please call 715-261-6309.
Learn about the Monk Botanical Gardens’ impact on our community by visiting Our Impact page.
At the Welcome Center (tickets, admission, memberships): Cash, Card, Apple Pay, Google Pay.
At the Potager (bar, beverages, snacks): NOW CASHLESS. Card, Apple Pay, Google Pay.
