New England Botanic Garden at Tower Hill

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New England Botanic Garden at Tower Hill Envisioning a world where people and plants thrive.
(2080)

New England Botanic Garden at Tower Hill is the home of the Worcester County Horticultural Society, the third oldest organization of its kind in the United States. The society purchased Tower Hill Farm in Boylston in 1986 and has been building a beautiful four season botanic garden on its 171 acres ever since. The property is named after the surveying tower that was perched on the highest elevation of the property during the construction of the Wachusett Reservoir, which during the day can be seen from several spots including a wooded trail and the terrace for our cafe. New England Botanic Garden is home to a prized collection of plants, from flowers to shrubs to trees, expertly cared for by a dedicated team of professional horticulturists and supported by the staff and volunteers who help make the Garden the vibrant organization and destination that it is.

What's that you say?! Night Lights at New England Botanic Garden is a nominee for USA Today’s Best Botanical Garden Holi...
11/02/2026

What's that you say?! Night Lights at New England Botanic Garden is a nominee for USA Today’s Best Botanical Garden Holiday Lights list for the second year in a row! Our most fantastical dreams are coming true!

Vote now (and every day) through November 30 at 11:59 AM EST and help your favorite Garden become a top 10 finalist for this national award.

Vote now with this link https://bit.ly/3JE7itb

Autumn is in full swing! Here’s what to look forward to this month at the Garden! 🍄 The gnomes have returned! Celebrate...
11/01/2026

Autumn is in full swing! Here’s what to look forward to this month at the Garden!

🍄 The gnomes have returned! Celebrate Gnomevember and discover the whimsical world of garden gnomes in an exhibit that is a favorite for visitors of all ages. Each unique gnome has a story and was brought to life by a talented local artist. Discover new gnomes and returning favorites all month long.

🛍️ On November 7 and 8, join us for the Garden’s annual Holiday Marketplace featuring some of our favorite local artists and makers offering handmade wares for sale for holiday shopping.

🍴 Next up in the Garden Dining Series: In Good Taste, November 13. Explores the ways plants shape our experience of food, from the fragrance of aromatic herbs and the vibrant colors of the garden to unexpected textures, satisfying crunch, and unique flavors. It’s a multi-course, plant-based dining experience you won’t want to miss!

🕯️ Kick off the Night Lights season with Diwali Lights on November 21, hosted in partnership with the India Society of Worcester. Enjoy a wonderful evening of Indian cultural programs, delicious Indian food, local vendors, henna, and more, all set against a backdrop of thousands of lights.

✨ And of course, don’t wait to get your tickets for Night Lights! The Garden’s nationally acclaimed winter light display runs from November 21 to January 3.

10/31/2026

Happy Halloween! 🎃

Looking for all things enchanted, magical, and spooky? Look no further than the Garden Shop at New England Botanic Garden! Our resident witches, Erin and Marissa, share the latest and hottest items that the shop has to offer. P.S. You’re Welcome.

Shop here: https://bit.ly/3ykrjfR

10/30/2026

Your Night Lights adventure awaits! ✨

Wander through an illuminated forest, discover whimsical surprises, and make magical memories beneath half a million lights at Night Lights: Fantastical Forest. Get ready for your visit at nebg.org.

We're celebrating some of our pawsome, hard working colleagues this National Cat Day! 🐈 Meet the Garden’s resident cats:...
10/29/2026

We're celebrating some of our pawsome, hard working colleagues this National Cat Day! 🐈

Meet the Garden’s resident cats: Sage, Piper, and Sammy. Their expertise? Napping and the occasional pest control.

(This post was made possible by staff members with over 70 cat photos submitted. Should we post them all?)

Celebrate Día de los Mu***os at the Garden! 🧡 This week, visit the traditional ofrenda on display in the Secret Garden,...
10/28/2026

Celebrate Día de los Mu***os at the Garden! 🧡

This week, visit the traditional ofrenda on display in the Secret Garden, where guests are invited to leave an offering in honor of loved ones.

Also, explore Día Mercado: an artisanal pop-up market featuring local vendors. Learn about the rich traditions and cultural significance of Día de los Mu***os, and enjoy a game of Loteria hosted by Casita Cultura Latina on November 1.

Learn more here: https://bit.ly/4zasvPP

Call me your weekend (and weekday) plans 👌Image text: Some people call me New England Botanic Garden at Tower Hill. Some...
10/26/2026

Call me your weekend (and weekday) plans 👌

Image text: Some people call me New England Botanic Garden at Tower Hill. Some people just call me New England Botanic Garden. I prefer to be called your weekend plans.

10/25/2026

Glass in Flight will be fluttering on to its next destination in just a few short days. We'll miss this incredible collection of stained glass and steel sculptures by artist Alex Heveri. Be sure to visit before November 1 to experience these larger-than-life pollinators and other garden friends as they shimmer in the autumn sun!

Learn more here: https://bit.ly/4ywfHSI

Discover the art of artisanal chocolate making. Build a birdhouse. Design a stunning Thanksgiving centerpiece. Create ha...
10/24/2026

Discover the art of artisanal chocolate making. Build a birdhouse. Design a stunning Thanksgiving centerpiece. Create handmade holiday ornaments using traditional craft techniques from around the world. Unwind in an energy healing sound bath.

Enriching educational classes, workshops, and experiences at the Garden celebrate the season and nurture the soul. Check them all out, along with exciting special events and exhibitions, in our latest bulletin!

Read the latest e-Bulletin here: https://bit.ly/3IrzNHx

10/23/2026

Psst…you’re invited to the Fantastical Forest ✨🍄

Who: You, your favorite people, and a little sense of wonder

What: A celebration of winter where nature, fantasy, and imagination intertwine

When: November 21 through January 3, 4–10PM

Where: Throughout New England Botanic Garden

Tickets for Night Lights: Fantastical Forest are now available. Gather your family and friends, follow the lights, and make a little magic with us this winter.

Reserve your tickets and learn more here: https://bit.ly/3QKbB3L

Address

11 French Drive
Boylston, MA
01505

Opening Hours

Monday 10am - 5pm
Tuesday 10am - 5pm
Wednesday 10am - 5pm
Thursday 10am - 5pm
Friday 10am - 5pm
Saturday 10am - 5pm
Sunday 10am - 5pm

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+15088696111

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