Become a member or renew your membership

Become a member and help us realize our mission to inspire the love of books and nature in the young and young at heart. With various membership levels, there’s an opportunity for everyone.

Bookworm Gardens relies on the generosity of our donors and members to keep our organization thriving. Members help to grow and maintain the garden, and provide funding to continue and expand our phenomenal programming.

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Join or Renew Here

To join or renew via check, please fill print and mail in this form with your payment.

Membership Benefits

Members enjoy exclusive benefits, including:

Free admission to the Gardens for general visits

Access to special Members-Only Events

Priority registration and discounted rates for Summer Camps, Secret Garden Dinners, and other exciting events

Subscription to monthly Member Newsletter, The Bookworm Buzz

10% Discount in our Nature Gift Shop

Reciprocal admission almost 400 botanic gardens and arboretums across North America

7 Reciprocal Gardens in Wisconsin!

  • Allen Centennial Garden - Madison, WI

  • Boerner Botanical Gardens - Hales Corners, WI

  • Green Bay Botanical Garden - Green Bay, WI

  • Mitchell Park Horticultural Conservatory (The Domes) - Milwaukee, WI

  • Olbrich Botanical Gardens - Madison, WI

  • Rotary Botanical Gardens - Janesville, WI

  • Monk Botanical Gardens - Wausau, WI

 
 

Annual Membership Levels

  • Includes all benefits listed above for one student (ages 13-22). A valid student ID (high school or college) must be presented at check in.

  • Includes all benefits listed above for one adult.

  • Includes all benefits listed above for two adults.

  • Includes all benefits listed above for two adults and up to four children under the age of 18. May add on additional children for $15 per child.

  • Includes all benefits listed above for members of an immediate household. Must have proof of SNAP/EBT benefits for purchase. Available for purchase in person only.

  • Includes all benefits listed above for members of an immediate household. Includes two adults and unlimited children under the age of 18.

  • Includes all benefits listed above for members of an immediate household. Includes three adults and unlimited children under the age of 18.

  • The Sustaining Membership is ideal for Bookworm supporters looking to deepen their impact at the Gardens. $50 of your contribution will be allocated to the Growing Together Investment Fund, ensuring the long-term sustainability and vitality of the Gardens. Enjoy family-friendly events and programs that connect you with books and nature as you make a difference at Bookworm. Members at this level will also receive two family visitor passes to share the experience of Bookworm Gardens.

  • Our top-tier Visionary Membership is designed for those who are passionate about nurturing the Gardens. This exclusive Family-level membership not only supports Bookworm’s mission but also includes a generous $200 contribution to the Growing Together Investment Fund, ensuring that your investment directly impacts the growth and sustainability of our beloved Gardens. Members at this level will also receive four family visitor passes to share the experience of Bookworm Gardens.

Become a MEmber or Renew

Unsure if membership is right for you? Register for a general visit and apply your tickets to a membership after your visit! Only available the day of your visit.

Membership FAQ

  • No! You can purchase over the phone (920-287-7895), or in person! We accept cash, checks or cards for memberships.

  • After purchase you can expect to see your membership cards arrive in the mail within one to two weeks. If you don’t receive them, please contact us at info@bookwormgardens.org.

  • Yes! Click the button at the top of the page as if you were purchasing for yourself and then apply the “This Membership is a Gift” option when filling in the details for your membership.

  • You can start using your membership directly after purchase. While you are waiting for your membership cards to come in the mail, show the staff member at the Front Gate the confirmation email of your purchase, or ask them to look up your membership upon check in.

  • Yes! Please contact us at info@bookwormgardens.org to ask for one.

  • Individual memberships will receive one card and all other levels will receive two cards.

  • We will send you an email when it’s getting close to your renewal date! You can also automatically renew your membership if you initially purchase the membership with a credit card.

    We also will send you an email after your membership expires to let you know that it has lapsed.

  • We love welcoming members from other American Horticultural Society gardens to Bookworm!

    However, please note that reciprocal membership only grants access for general admission. It is not valid for entry during special events at Bookworm.

For questions or more information please contact us at info@bookwormgardens.org

“To inspire the love of books and nature in the young and young at heart.”