About Us

Monk Botanical Gardens

Our Vision

Connect People To Plants For A Sustainable Future

Our Mission

Monk Botanical Gardens Cultivates Well-Being In People, Communities, And The Environment With Experiences That Engage, Educate And Inspire.

We Are A 501(C)(3) Organization

The Monk Botanical Gardens Operates A Public Botanical Garden And Provides Associated Educational, Recreational, And Social Activities For The Region.

Our Values

Stewardship

WE PROMOTE ENVIRONMENTAL SUSTAINABILITY, BIODIVERSITY, AND THE PROTECTION OF OUR NATURAL RESOURCES. WE COMMIT OURSELVES TO UNDERSTAND HOW OUR ACTIONS CREATE CHANGE IN THE WORLD.

Awareness

WE OFFER EXPERIENCES TO THE PUBLIC THAT INSPIRE INCREASED APPRECIATION AND UNDERSTANDING OF PLANT COMMUNITIES AND THE RELATIONSHIP BETWEEN THESE PLANT COMMUNITIES AND PEOPLE.

Inclusiveness

WE PROVIDE A WELCOMING EDUCATIONAL GARDEN FOR A DIVERSE POPULATION OF PEOPLE; MONK GARDENS IS A PLACE FOR EVERYONE.

Respect

WE HAVE A CULTURE OF COOPERATION AND SUPPORT AMONG STAFF AND VOLUNTEERS WORKING TOGETHER TO CARRY OUT THE ORGANIZATION’S MISSION.

Excellence

WE EXCEL AT INNOVATION, CREATIVITY, COLLABORATION, RELIABILITY, AND ACCOUNTABILITY.

Aesthetics

WE PROVIDE A VARIETY OF BEAUTIFUL GARDENS AND PLANTS THAT ENGAGE VISITORS BECAUSE OF THEIR UNIQUE LANDSCAPING, DESIGN AND PLANT SELECTION.

Inclusivity

At Monk Botanical Gardens

Monk Botanical Gardens cultivates an equitable, diverse, and inclusive culture that welcomes and respects visitors, staff, and volunteers of all backgrounds and identities. Just as our gardens and landscapes require regular care to remain biologically diverse, and engaging, we continually re-examine our professional values and modify our practices to weed out barriers to being culturally diverse and inclusive.

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