Visit the Preserve

Welcome

Welcome to the Bowman’s Hill Wildflower Preserve—the only accredited botanical museum in the country dedicated to native plants. I believe that nature speaks to each of us in its own special way. Perhaps it’s during a mindful walk to a remote corner of the Preserve. Or maybe it’s experiencing the wonder of nature through the eyes of a child.

Whether it’s hearing the flute-like song of a wood thrush as you wander through a mature forest, savoring the sweet scent of fringe tree blossoms or observing how bees and butterflies interact with meadow flowers, the Preserve reconnects our visitors with the essential unity of nature and humanity. So come discover and learn more about native plants and the web of life they support—and then visit our Native Plant Nursery in order to enhance your own natural landscapes.

I’m confident that you’ll find that the Preserve is truly the place where you will experience what's natural, learn what's native.

Sincerely,
Miles Arnott
Executive Director

Hours & Admission

The Preserve is open year-round.

April-June Open daily 9 am–5 pm
July-March Open Tuesday–Sunday 9 am–5 pm

Open on the following Monday holidays: Memorial Day and Labor Day
Closed on Thanksgiving Day and for the Christmas holiday beginning December 24, reopening January 2

General Admission Fees

Members: Free
Adults: $8.00
Seniors (65 and older): $6.00
Fulltime students (with ID): $6.00
Children (5 through 14): $4.00
Children under 5: Free

Those paying General Admission are invited to attend our Guided Wildflower Walk**, offered at 2 pm Tuesday through Sunday, April-October.

**Organized groups of 5 or more who wish to attend a wildflower walk are required to book a private group tour. Learn more about our Signature Group Tours.
Educational program fees include admission to the Preserve.
Admission revenue directly supports the Preserve’s operating expenses.