DOW Gardens

Established in 1899, as a home for herbert h. And grace a. Dow and family, DOW Gardens typically welcomes 190,000 guests per year. Experience a dazzling 110-acre botanical garden with display of annuals and perrenials punctuated by distinctive bridges, an award-winning childrens garden, towering pines, delightful water features, and one of the Nations longest canopy walks which takes guests four stories high into the tree tops. Visitors are invited to leave the pathway and explore the uniquely-designed landscape, take a tour of the historic pines home, participate in one of the many hands-on educational programs, and discover beautiful art and music in a relaxed setting. DOW Gardens is comprised on an estate garden, historic home, and thriving forest. DOW Gardens is a signature gift of the herbert h. Dow foundation.