Become a Member
Love Goodell Gardens? Become a Member Today!
Goodell Gardens and Homestead rely upon memberships not only to help us reach our operational funding needs, but also as proof of community and regional support for the mission of Goodell Gardens. This support also helps the Gardens receive other forms of funding, such as grants, that will make the long-range plan for our site become a reality that much sooner. Please consider becoming an annual member and help the Gardens continue to grow.
Members at all levels will receive free daily admission to Goodell Gardens and Musical Events, and discounted admission to Educational and Special Events.
Carrie's Cabin (Individual)
The perfect choice for individual nature lovers looking to root themselves in our community.
• Sunrise to Sunset: Enjoy unlimited year-round access to our peaceful Gardens and Trails from dawn to dusk.
• Explore Beyond: Free or discounted admission to over 150+ nature centers and museums nationwide through our ANCA, ROAM,AHS and Time Travelers reciprocal programs.
• Exclusive Savings: Take 10% off unique finds in our gift shop and enjoy reduced admission on all workshops and educational programs.
• Stay Connected: Receive our E-newsletter delivered straight to your inbox so you never miss a bloom.
• Special Access: Receive a personal invitation to our exclusive Members-Only special event.
$30 / year
Rhododendron (Household)
Great for families! Expand your horizon with full household access and even more reciprocal perks.
• Family Access: Unlimited Garden and Trail access from dawn to dusk for two named adults and all minor children in your household.
• More to Explore: In addition to ANCA, ROAM, and Time Travelers, you gain access to the American Horticultural Society (AHS) reciprocal program—opening doors to hundreds of botanical gardens across North America.
• Exclusive Savings: Enjoy 10% off in the gift shop and reduced admission for the whole family on workshops and programs.
• Special Events: Bring the family along! You’ll receive two adult invitations plus household minor children to our exclusive Members-Only special event.
• Stay in the Loop: Includes all core benefits of Carrie’s Cabin, including our monthly E-newsletter.
$50 / year
Oak Grove (Contributor)
A meaningful way to contribute while enjoying enhanced benefits for the whole family—and beyond.
• Generational Access: Enjoy unlimited Garden and Trail access from dawn to dusk for two named adults plus all children or grandchildren under age 18.
• Host Your Own Event: Receive a 10% discount on facility rentals (for groups under 50 people)—the perfect setting for your next intimate gathering.
• Travel Perks: Full access to our reciprocal network (ANCA, ROAM, AHS, and Time Travelers) for entry to hundreds of gardens and museums nationwide.
• Member Savings: Continue to enjoy 10% off in the gift shop and reduced admission to our popular workshops and programs.
• A Family Affair: Your invitation to our Members-Only special event extends to two named adults and all children/grandchildren under 18.
$100 / year
Perennial (Lifetime)
A lifetime of beauty, growth, and legacy. Your permanent home in our gardens.
• Membership for Life: Enjoy all the benefits of the Dawn Redwood level, including dawn-to-dusk access, without ever needing to worry about renewals again.
• Ultimate Hosting: Receive four adult invitations plus all children or grandchildren under 18 to our exclusive Members-Only special events.
• The Best Discounts: Lock in your 15% discount on facility rentals (under 50 people) for all your future milestones, plus 10% off in the gift shop and reduced admission for workshops—forever.
• Guided Exploration: Includes a guided tour of the Gardens for you and up to five guests to experience the landscape's evolution.
• Legacy of Support: Your contribution provides a strong foundation for our conservation and educational missions while maintaining your Coast-to-Coast Access through our reciprocal partners.
$1000 / lifetime
All Members Receive Reciprocal Benefits!
All members of Goodell Gardens & Homestead receive:
- Free or reduced admission to over 230 horticultural institutions in 48 states, plus Canada, the Cayman Islands, and the U.S. Virgin Islands through the American Horticultural Society’s (AHS) Reciprocal Admissions Program.
Free or reduced admission at more than 180 Nature Centers through the Association of Nature Center Administrators (ANCA) reciprocal network.
- Free or reduced admission to more than 400 museums and historical societies through Time Travelers.
PLEASE NOTE: Goodell Gardens recommends calling each reciprocal organization when planning your visit to confirm your reciprocal benefits.
Join today by following the below link!
Thank you for your support — Goodell Gardens grows because of you!
We are now a paperless organization, and membership cards are issued electronically. Your membership details will be emailed to you via Wild Apricot.
Please note that all new memberships are automatically active on the date of purchase and will expire at the end of the month one year from purchase. Renewing a membership will add 12 months to the current expiration date regardless of purchase date.
Thank you so much for your support!