Membership supports the mission of Smith-Gilbert Gardens while offering year-round access, exclusive benefits, and special discounts.
Enjoy free admission, guest passes, discounts, and reciprocal access to hundreds of gardens nationwide.
Member Benefits
All members receive:
- Free admission to Smith-Gilbert Gardens
- Free access to the Garden with Wings butterfly exhibit
- Early access and member discounts at the Plant Sale (10–20%, depending on membership level)
- Discounts on select youth and adult programs ($5–$10 off, depending on membership level; FREE for Supporting, Associate and Patron Circle members)
- Gift Shop discounts (10%–20%, depending on membership level)
- Reciprocal admission benefits through the American Horticultural Society (AHS)
- Free one-year digital subscription to Better Homes and Gardens Magazine.
Membership Levels
Individual – $50
Perfect for solo visitors who want regular access to the Gardens and core benefits.
Includes:
- Admission for 1 adult
- 2 one-time-use guest passes
- $5 off program registration
- 10% off in the Gift Shop
- Early entry + 10% discount at the Plant Sale
- AHS reciprocal benefits
- Free admission to the Garden with Wings butterfly exhibit
Senior (Age 65+) – $45
Ideal for individual seniors who enjoy regular visits to the Gardens and want a discounted membership option.
Includes:
- Admission for 1 senior
- 2 one-time-use guest passes
- $5 off program registration
- 10% off in the Gift Shop
- Early entry + 10% discount at the Plant Sale
- AHS reciprocal benefits
- Free admission to the Garden with Wings butterfly exhibit
Dual – $75
Perfect for couples or two adults who want to share membership benefits and enjoy the Gardens together.
Includes:
- Admission for 2 named adults or 1 adult and 1 guest
- 3 one-time-use guest passes
- $5 off program registration
- 10% off in the Gift Shop
- Early entry + 10% discount at the Plant Sale
- AHS reciprocal benefits
- Free admission to the Garden with Wings butterfly exhibit
Family – $100
A great option for households with children or grandchildren.
Includes:
- Admission for 2 adults and up to 4 children (age 17 and under)
- 4 one-time-use guest passes
- $10 off program registration
- 10% off in the Gift Shop
- Early entry + 10% discount at the Plant Sale
- AHS reciprocal benefits
- Free admission to the Garden with Wings butterfly exhibit
Joint Smith-Gilbert Gardens/Southern Museum Package – $150
Best value for families who love both nature and history. Includes full Family-level benefits at both Smith-Gilbert Gardens and the Southern Museum.
Includes:
- Admission for 2 adults and up to 4 children
- 4 one-time-use guest passes to Smith-Gilbert Gardens
- $10 off program registration at Smith-Gilbert Gardens
- 10% off in the Smith-Gilbert Gardens Gift Shop
- Early entry + 10% discount at the Plant Sale
- AHS reciprocal benefits
- Free admission to the Garden with Wings butterfly exhibit
- Family-level benefits at the Southern Museum (for information on Southern Museum membership benefits, visit the Southern Museum website.)
Supporting – $250
Designed for members who want expanded access, exclusive event perks and added cultural benefits.
Includes:
- Admission for 2 adults and up to 4 guests
- 4 one-time-use guest passes
- 1 complimentary ticket to a special event (one-time use)
- 2 tickets to the exclusive Garden with Wings butterfly release experience (one-time use)
- Free registration for all youth and adult programs
- 20% discount in the Gift Shop
- Early entry + 20% discount at the Plant Sale
- Free admission to the Garden with Wings butterfly exhibit
- AHS reciprocal benefits
- Additional reciprocal benefits through the North American Reciprocal Museum (NARM) program — access to 1,100+ museums, historic sites and science centers.
Associate – $500
Designed for members seeking all Supporting benefits with additional tickets to special events and the exclusive butterfly release experience.
Includes:
- Admission for 2 adults and up to 4 guests
- 4 one-time-use guest passes
- 2 complimentary tickets to a special event (one-time use)
- 3 tickets to the exclusive Garden with Wings butterfly release experience (one-time use)
- Free registration for all youth and adult programs
- 20% discount in the Gift Shop
- Early entry + 20% discount at the Plant Sale
- Free admission to the Garden with Wings butterfly exhibit
- AHS reciprocal benefits
- Additional reciprocal benefits through the North American Reciprocal Museum (NARM) program — access to 1,100+ museums, historic sites and science centers.
Patron Circle – $750
Designed for members who wish to make a meaningful impact while receiving the most comprehensive benefits and exclusive privileges.
Includes:
- Admission for 2 adults and up to 4 guests
- 4 one-time-use guest passes
- 4 complimentary tickets to a special event (one-time use)
- 4 tickets to the exclusive Garden with Wings butterfly release experience (one-time use)
- Free registration for all youth and adult programs
- 20% discount in the Gift Shop
- Early entry + 20% discount at the Plant Sale
- Premium plant gift at the Plant Sale
- Free admission to the Garden with Wings butterfly exhibit
- AHS reciprocal benefits
- Additional reciprocal benefits through the North American Reciprocal Museum (NARM) program — access to 1,100+ museums, historic sites and science centers.
Have questions or need help purchasing a gift membership?
Call us at 770-919-0248.