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Summer at The Morton Arboretum

A summer of fun and outdoor adventure awaits you.

Apply the Cost of Admission toward a Membership

You can apply the cost of your admission toward a membership at The Morton Arboretum at the Visitor Center on the day of your visit. Members directly support the Arboretum’s mission, can visit any day without purchasing general admission tickets, and enjoy exclusive offers and savings on event tickets and classes.

Learn more: Apply the Cost of Admission toward a Membership

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Play a Round of Wonder Woods Mini Golf

Returning for another summer, Wonder Woods Mini Golf brings the Arboretum’s tree science to life in fun and imaginative ways. From giant mushrooms to larger-than-life bugs and acorns, players can have fun while learning about trees. Mini golf tickets must be purchased in addition to Arboretum general admission. Advance online purchase is required.

Learn more: Play a Round of Wonder Woods Mini Golf

Frequently Asked Questions

Looking for more answers? Visit the FAQ or contact us directly.

  • General admission tickets can be purchased in advance online or at the gatehouse upon arrival.

    Online advance purchase is recommended. The further in advance you purchase your tickets online, the more you save. Purchasing general admission tickets online in advance will also always be $2 less expensive than purchasing admission in person when you arrive. Purchasing online takes just a few minutes and can be done with a smartphone or computer.

    Members may enter The Morton Arboretum at any time by showing their current physical or digital membership cards at the gatehouse.

    Beyond their membership benefits, members may also purchase discounted add-on admission tickets for $10 for people who accompany them on a visit.

  • Become a member to enjoy the best the Arboretum offers and help support its science and conservation efforts.

    Members receive free year-round daily admission. Each level of membership admits a different number of people. For example, an Individual-level membership admits only the named member, while a Household-level membership admits six individuals a day, including the member.

    In addition to admission, members enjoy exclusive perks that include:

    • Discounted add-on admission tickets for friends and family, ensuring you can bring loved ones and share the beauty of the Arboretum at a reduced rate.
    • Special offers on event tickets, discounts in The Arboretum Store, and early access to Arboretum programs and classes.
    • Free or discounted admission through the American Horticultural Society’s Reciprocal Garden Network to more than 360 botanical gardens across North America.

    Your member benefits are also nature’s gain. By joining or renewing as a member, you are helping the Arboretum plant and protect trees for a greener, healthier, more beautiful world where people and trees thrive together.

    All membership levels are tax-deductible to the fullest extent allowable by law. Consult your tax advisor.

  • General admission tickets can be purchased in advance online or at the gatehouse upon arrival.

    Plan ahead and save on admission by buying tickets online. The further in advance you purchase tickets online, the more you save. Prices will be $2 higher per ticket when you buy tickets in person at the gatehouse. Tickets can be purchased in minutes using a smartphone or computer.

    Members may enter The Morton Arboretum at any time by showing their current physical or digital membership cards at the gatehouse.

    Beyond their membership benefits, members may purchase discounted add-on admission tickets for $10 for people who accompany them on a visit.

  • If you bought your general admission tickets online, show your general admission tickets to the gatehouse attendant, either on your phone or as printed documents. You do not have to hand your phone to the attendant.

    Members may enter at any time by showing their current physical or digital membership cards at the gatehouse.

    Thornhill Society or President’s Council members may enter by showing their membership cards.

  • Manual wheelchairs are available for loan. Strollers are currently unavailable. Personal strollers are welcome.

  • For assistance, please email the ticket line at tickets@mortonarb.org and we will respond to you as soon as possible.

  • Once admitted, everyone may stay and explore the Arboretum until it closes at sunset.

  • Yes, group rates can be offered on orders of 15 or more people purchasing tickets in a single transaction.

    Purchasing group admission allows access to a discounted rate and makes check-in at the gatehouse easier than with general admission. Group admission can also be planned, purchased, and reserved well in advance, allowing groups the opportunity to finalize their plans well ahead of time.

    Learn more about purchasing group admission.