Engage. Inform. Inspire.
Smithsonian Gardens celebrated 50 years of Engaging, Informing and Inspiring billions of local, national and international visitors. It has been truly amazing to witness the growth and positive impact that Smithsonian Gardens has experienced as it has matured into a world-class public garden and living museum.
Plan Your Visit
Smithsonian Gardens extends the Smithsonian’s museum experience in a public garden setting with over 180 acres of outdoor gardens including 15 public exhibition gardens often called the Smithsonian institution’s “museum without walls.”
We are open to the public every day except December 25.
Internships
Smithsonian Gardens (SG) provides an array of learning experiences through its internship program thanks to the wide diversity of services and programs it offers at the Smithsonian Institution, the world’s largest museum complex. Interns will learn skills in a broad range of horticultural endeavors from professional staff that can provide a strong practical background to […]
Families and Young Learners
There is something for everyone in the garden! Discover programs, publications, videos, and more for connecting with gardens and plants.
Let’s Talk Gardens Webinar Series
“Grow” your gardening know-how! Our free online gardening program, Let’s Talk Gardens, covers a wide range of topics presented by our own professional staff, as well as guest speakers. No matter your level of gardening knowledge, there’s always something new to learn!
Community of Gardens Story Collection
A digital archive hosted by Smithsonian Gardens in partnership with our Archives of American Gardens, is a project designed to preserve our diverse garden heritage.
Latest From Our Staff
Why Use Fertilizer?
August 22, 2025 at 2:18 pm
If you’ve ever tried your hand at gardening, chances are you’ve come across the word “fertilizer.” But what exactly is it—and why should you use it? In simple terms, fertilizer is any substance that gives plants the nutrients they need to grow strong and healthy. These nutrients include the big three—nitrogen (N), phosphorus (P), and […]
