Visitors and Alumni
Visitors
The facilites Michigan State University Department of Horticulture are a great attraction for visitors of all ages. Whether you are coming to take a walk through the Gardens or coming to an event, you will be astonished by the beauty of the facility.
The Gardens are an educational facility that supports and integrates teaching, research, and service relative to the needs of the Department of Horticulture, along with providing easy access for the public. Features such as the Michigan 4-H Childrens' Garden, butterflies, educational tours, wedding and event rentals, Wilbir the Peacock, field trips, the Arboretum, and the Annual Trial Gardens attract visitors from all around the world.
Read more about tours and visitor information
Directions, parking, and maps information
The Department of Horticulture also would like to assist in answering questions regarding your personal garden at home. Please visit the homeowners questions answered webpage to learn more.
Alumni
We hope that Department of Horticulture alumni will stay connect to the university and reestablish connections to your former classmates and colleagues. We have started a listserv which enables everyone to stay in touch through email. If you have not given Bob Herner your email, please update it by sending it to him. If you are already on the listserv, you can email everyone by sending an email to hortalumni@list.msu.edu.
Learn more about events to help stay in touch.
Contact information for Department of Horticulture faculty and staff retirees.
Special Events and Programs
Click here to read about special upcoming events sponsered by the MSU Horticulture Department, along with area information for weather, shopping, hotels, and construction information for the surrounding Lansing area.
Tax-Deductible Gifts to MSU Horticulture
Private support involves gifts and grants given to the University by alumni, friends, institutions-corporations, foundations, and organizations who are committed to helping MSU fulfill its mission. Motivations for giving are often varied, all are important to The Campaign for MSU. Many individuals view their support as a means of accomplishing personal goals, supporting values and beliefs. Some give simply because they view their support as a good investment. Others value the knowledge and experiences they have received and desire to ensure the same for future generations of students. Learn more about donating to MSU Horticulture.