MEMBERSHIP INFORMATION

Membership contributions help New England Botanic Garden at Tower Hill create experiences with plants that inspire people and improve the world. A New England Botanic Garden at Tower Hill membership is tax deductible. If you do not waive your gate pass benefit, it will reduce the tax-deductible portion of your membership by $19.00 per gate pass. Gate passes are digital and redeemable online through your web account, or in-person the day of your visit.

JOIN OR RENEW

The Garden is happy to provide you with an environmentally-friendly alternative to plastic membership cards. Follow these instructions to download the eMembership Card app to your smart device. Thank you for supporting our sustainability initiatives.

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Need to register your online account? Click here for registration instructions. You will be able to renew your membership, sign up for classes and programs, and reserve admission tickets in advance through our online system.

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UPCOMING EVENTS:

MEMBER + GUEST DAY
Saturday, March 30 | 10am-4:30pm

Members can bring a guest outside of their regular membership benefit to the Garden for FREE.

MEMBER PHOTOGRAPHY CONTEST EXHIBITION
April 2024

Member photography contest winners will have their photographs displayed in the Visitors Center for members and visitors to enjoy.
Members can submit their entry here. Photos need to be submitted by March 1, 2024.

MEMBERSHIP BENEFITS

  • Free general admission to New England Botanic Garden at Tower Hill and discounted special event admission.
  • One-time use digital gate passes to redeem for additional guest admissions (quantity determined by level).
  • Weekly e-newsletters, digital bulletins, and Grow with Us e-magazines.
  • 10% discount and Members-Only sales at The Garden Shop.
  • Discounts at more than 30 garden suppliers.
  • Savings on classes, special events, workshops, and children’s birthday parties.
  • 10% discount when you book a photography session at the Garden.
  • Invitations to special Members-Only events.
  • Privileges to more than 360 gardens across North America through the American Horticultural Society Reciprocal Garden Network.
  • Free gardening advice through our Horticultural Help Line at hortline@nebg.org
  • Free admission for your dog when you join our Tails ‘n Trails Dog Membership Program.

BOYLSTON MEMBERSHIP DISCOUNT
Boylston residents can take 25% off their membership today.

QUESTIONS?
Please email membership@nebg.org with membership-related questions and concerns.

New England Botanic Garden at Tower Hill memberships are non-refundable. Membership extensions, exchanges, or downgrades do not apply. New England Botanic Garden at Tower Hill reserves the right to refuse service to, or revoke access to anyone we determine is threatening our safe, inclusive environment.

MEMBERSHIP CHOICES

Joining or renewing is easy. Choose the membership category that best suits your needs. Step by step, the system guides you through the process. You’ll receive an email receipt acknowledging your purchase. You can also download this form and mail it with your payment or call 508.869.6111 to join/renew over the phone. Thank you for your support.

STUDENT $25 Membership benefits for one named cardholder, with valid school ID for 1 year.

INDIVIDUAL ($65 for 1 year, $120 for 2 years): Membership benefits for one named cardholder for 1 or 2 years.

INDIVIDUAL + GUEST ($115 for 1 year): Membership benefits for one named card holder and one guest (free general admission only) for 1 year.

DUAL ($90 for 1 year, $170 for 2 years): Membership benefits for two named cardholders for 1 or 2 years.

FAMILY ($110 for 1 year, $210 for 2 years): Membership benefits for two named cardholders and four children or grandchildren 18 and under for 1 or 2 years.

FRIEND ($135 for 1 year; $260 for 2 years): Membership benefits for two named cardholders and up to two guests per cardholder (free general admission only) for 1 or 2 years.

CONTRIBUTING ($250 for 1 year, $475 for 2 years): Membership benefits for two named cardholders and up to two guests per cardholder for 1 or 2 years. Plus, a FREE magazine subscription to Horticulture.

SUPPORTING ($500 for 1 year, $950 for 2 years): Membership benefits for two named cardholders and up to two guests per cardholder for 1 or 2 years. Plus, a FREE magazine subscription to Horticulture and a complimentary Family-level membership to gift to a friend.

JOHN GREEN SOCIETY ($1,500+ for one year): Membership benefits for two named cardholders and up to four guests per cardholder for 1 year. Click here for more information about additional benefits of the John Green Society.

Member Photography Contest

The member photography contest accepts photo submissions in the winter. Members will receive an email when the contest is open for submissions. Below are the winning photos from the 2023 member photo competition!