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Becoming a member of Huntsville Botanical Garden offers you a chance to join a vibrant community committed to nature, beauty, and learning.

As a nonprofit organization, the Garden relies on funding from membership dues to fulfill the work of our mission. Enjoy a range of benefits tailored to enhance your Garden experience, including unlimited access and exclusive discounts. You are an essential part of what keeps our Garden growing!

Membership Levels and Benefits

Memberships are non-refundable, non-transferable, and valid only for the adult(s) listed on the membership.

*Student membership: Proof of valid student ID required
**Museums For All: Proof of a valid EBT card required. Not eligible for Senior/Military Discount.
***Learn more about the American Horticultural Society (AHS) Reciprocal Garden Network here.

Huntsville Botanical Garden is a Nonprofit Charitable Organization (NPO) with 501(C)3 status as indicated by the IRS. Your contribution is tax-deductible to the full extent of the law.

Circles Membership

Circles members enjoy exceptional benefits to experience the very best of the Garden.

The members of the Azalea, Dogwood, and Oak Circles form a distinguished donor community whose generous philanthropic support sustains the mission of the Huntsville Botanical Garden to develop and maintain plant collections for display, education, research, conservation, and enjoyment. These generous friends help maintain and enhance the Garden for the community and support our important work. In appreciation of their leadership giving, Circle members enjoy exceptional benefits which are carefully curated to encourage an insider’s perspective while providing unique opportunities to experience the very best of the Garden. For more information about joining Circles, please email development@hsvbg.org

Reciprocal Benefits

Your Garden membership includes reciprocal benefits!

The American Horticultural Society’s Reciprocal Garden Network offers free admission and/or additional benefits at more than 345 gardens throughout North America and the Caribbean.

Gift Membership

Why give flowers when you can give the whole Garden?

Membership is the gift that always fits and can be enjoyed year-round. Purchase a gift membership for a friend or loved one and we’ll take care of the rest. It’s easy, affordable, and supports our mission!

Membership FAQ

Read commonly asked questions about membership and then sign up today!

For questions, contact membership@hsvbg.org  or call 256-830-4447 ext. 255.

When will I receive my membership card?

Your digital membership card link(s) will be emailed to you within seven business days of joining the Garden or renewing your membership.  If you don’t receive your card(s) within that timeframe and it is not located in your email’s spam or promotions folders, please contact us at membership@hsvbg.org.

How do I save my membership card?

When you access your membership card using the link(s) in the email, you will have to option to save the card to your smartphone’s Apple Wallet or Google Wallet. Alternatively, you may download your membership card on a desktop computer and print. If you do not have a smartphone or printer, please contact membership@hsvbg.org to have a card sent to you.

What if I lose or forget my digital membership card?

If you lose or forget your digital membership card when you visit the Garden, our front desk associates will look up your membership record when you arrive. Please be prepared to provide a photo ID. If you need a replacement card, please contact membership@hsvbg.org or let our front desk associate know during your next visit.

What is membership auto-renewal?

Instead of being prompted to manually renew your membership when it expires, we will use the credit card on file to automatically renew your membership at the same membership level, unless you provide us with a cancellation notice. Members will be reminded 7 days prior to the auto-renewal via email.

What happened to the Grandparent membership level?

While we are grateful for the Grandparent membership to be offered at the Garden for over 20 years, Huntsville Botanical Garden removed this level in January 2024 in order to simplify our membership program. Members that have previously purchased the Grandparent membership are welcome to renew at the Family membership level, which offers the same benefits as the Grandparent level.

What is the Museums For All membership?

Museums For All is an initiative of the Institute of Museum and Library Services to provide discounted admission for EBT cardholders. Beginning January 2024, Huntsville Botanical Garden extended this to its membership program. Individuals and families receiving food assistance will receive the same benefits as a Family membership at a reduced rate by presenting their EBT card and photo ID.

The following public assistance programs are eligible for the Museums For All membership level:

  • Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP)
  • Farmers Market Nutrition Program (FMNP)
  • Seniors Farmers Market Nutrition Program (SFMNP)
  • Special Supplemental Nutrition Program for Women, Infants, and Children (WIC or eWIC)
  • Summer EBT (S-EBT)
  • Temporary Assistance for Needy Families (TANF)

Because EBT card verification is required for this level, Museums For All memberships are not eligible to be gifted. Reduced pricing for this membership level does not apply to special events and exhibits.

Prospective members may direct questions to the Manager of Membership Programs at membership@hsvbg.org or 256-830-4447 ext. 255.

What is the Reciprocal Garden Network?

Established by the American Horticultural Society (AHS) to encourage people to visit gardens while traveling, the Huntsville Botanical Garden is a participating member of the AHS Reciprocal Garden Network. Your membership with the Garden will provide you special admission prices and other discounts when visiting the 350+ gardens currently participating in the program. Most gardens ask that you simply show your Huntsville Botanical Garden membership card, but be sure to check with each garden about their requirements before visiting. Click here to learn more about the program.

I have visitors coming. Is their admission included on my family membership?

A family membership includes up to two named adults and their children under the age of 18. Any additional guests would need to purchase admission separately. If you expect to bring guests to the Garden frequently, consider upgrading your membership level to Partner or higher to receive prepaid guest passes each year!