Garden Circle

Being part of the Garden Circle means more than additional benefits—it’s an investment in the future of the Garden. Your significant contribution will help Brooklyn Botanic Garden remain one New York City’s premier cultural institutions and an urban retreat for thousands of visitors and local residents, now and for years to come.

In thanks for your generous gift to Brooklyn Botanic Garden, Garden Circle members receive enhanced member benefits.

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Membership FAQ: General Membership Questions

Garden Circle Events

If you are a current Garden Circle member, make sure we have your email address so we can remind you of these special events—email [email protected] with “subscribe” in the subject line and include your name and membership number.

Don't Miss
Garden Circle Birding Tour

October 15, 2022 | 9:30 a.m.–10:30 a.m.

Members of the Garden Circle can join Indigo Goodson and Linda Ewing for a special morning bird tour through Brooklyn Botanic Garden. Learn More about Garden Circle Birding Tour

Become a Garden Circle Member

Contributor $250

Contributor Membership Benefits

Free general admission for 2 adults for 12 months, plus 2 guests admitted free every time you visit, including members’ hours and events
Free general admission for children 17 and under
2 BBG membership cards
4 single-time-use guest passes for general admission and members’ events (mailed with member packet)
4 single-time-use parking passes (mailed with member packet)
Discounts and special offers for Lightscape and other BBG events
1 Signature Plant and invitation for 2 to pickup reception
Invitations to insider talks, programs, and seasonal tours (resuming 2022)
Early-morning hours during peak bloom times on the first weekend of the month
10% discount at the Garden Shop and at BBG’s kiosks and café
Discounts on adult and children’s classes
Subscription to Plants & Gardens newsletter and members’ News
Use of the Gardener’s Help Line
Privileges at botanic gardens across the country
Discounts from local merchants
$196 tax deductible

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Supporter $500

Supporter Membership Benefits

All Contributor membership benefits, plus...
2 additional guests admitted free every time you visit (4 total)
2 additional single-time-use guest passes (6 total, mailed with member packet)
2 additional single-time-use parking passes (6 total, mailed with member packet)
Additional Signature Plant (2 total) and invitation for 2 to pickup reception
$421 tax deductible

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Patron $750

Patron Membership Benefits

All Supporter membership benefits, plus...
2 additional guests admitted free every time you visit (6 total)
2 additional single-time-use guest passes (8 total, mailed with member packet)
2 additional single-time-use parking passes (8 total, mailed with member packet)
Invitation for 2 to a private Garden event
$627 tax deductible

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Signature Plants

Signature Plants are a benefit of membership at the Contributor level and above. Plants are hand-selected by BBG’s Horticulture staff for their beauty and ability to thrive in a wide range of hardiness zones and light, soil, and moisture conditions, so you’re sure to find something perfect for your garden.

Signature Plants by Membership Level

Contributor: 1 Plant
Supporter, Patron, and President’s Circle: 2 Plants

Garden Circle members will receive an invitation to select their Signature Plant for pickup in May. Please note that plant pickup is available on designated pickup dates only.

For more information, email [email protected] or call 718-623-7210.

Charity Info

Brooklyn Botanic Garden is a 501(c)(3) not-for-profit corporation. A portion of membership fees and benefit event tickets, and 100% of contributions are tax deductible.

The full legal name and address of the Garden is

Brooklyn Botanic Garden Corporation
1000 Washington Avenue, Brooklyn, NY 11225

BBG's federal tax identification number (TIN) is 11-2417338.