Memberships
Membership Benefits
- Free admission year-round.
- 10-20% discounts on classes, workshops and lectures.
- 10% discount on Gift Shop merchandise.
- Access to members-only programs and events, including a preview of the Spring Flower Show and Plant Sale.
- Free or reduced admission to participating public gardens and nature centers (see more information below).
YEARLY MEMBERSHIPS
Price | |
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Household (two adults, dependent children, and free admission for up to six accompanying guests) | $80 |
Individual | $45 |
Dual Child/Adult (living at same address) | $65 |
Student | $20 |
Sponsor | $100 |
Contributor | $250 |
Benefactor | $500 |
Leadership | $1,000 |
MSU alumni receive a 10% discount on any single, dual, or household membership. |
*Admission for AHS Reciprocal Gardens Admissions Program members and ANCA Reciprocal Admissions Program members is also free.
American Horticultural Society Reciprocal Gardens Program
Free or reduced admission to over 360+ public gardens throughout North America (15 in Michigan, 15 in Ohio). For a list of participating gardens, see the AHS Reciprocal Gardens Admissions Program website.
The Association of Nature Centers Administrators (ANCA) Reciprocal Program
Free or reduced admission to over 125+ nature centers nationwide. For a list of participating organizations, see the ANCA Reciprocal Admissions Program website.
Reciprocal Memberships at Hidden Lake Gardens
The following guidelines are utilized to receive reciprocal membership benefits from a participating public garden or nature center using the AHS Reciprocal Gardens Admissions Program or ANCA Reciprocal Admissions Program for entry at Hidden Lake Gardens:
- Individual Membership: The named cardholder is allowed free admission.
- Dual Membership: Two named cardholders are allowed free admission.
- Household or Family Membership: Two name cardholders or one named cardholder with one dependent child or guest are allowed free admission.
- Maximum Free Entries: Regardless of the membership type, a maximum of two visitors are allowed free admission.
- Specific Entry Rules: If the total party of visitors include two adults accompanied by seniors, and/or students, the two adults receive free admission, but the fee for the seniors or students will be charged the usual admission fee at current pricing.
- Member Previews & Special Events: Reciprocal benefits may not be used for discounts or free admission to any member previews or special events.
- Questions? Please contact our office at 517-431-2060 or hlg@msu.edu. In some instances, the issuing institution may need to be contacted for specific details on available benefits.