At Coastal Maine Botanical Gardens, we consider members part of the family. It’s a reciprocal relationship, and members benefit, too, in so many ways! Beyond free admission, membership means access to the following exclusive events, tours, and programs carefully curated ONLY for members. Members experience more–add these events to your calendar and discover how MUCH more!
Members Only Events
Member Insider: Native Bee Exhibit Tour
Our bees are always buzzing with activity, and this year is no exception. Join us this July for a tour of our new native bee exhibit. Sarah Callan, CMBG’s Interpretation & Exhibits Educator, will walk you through our apiary and native bee exhibit, exploring our local bee populations.
Member Evening
Watch the sunset and enjoy the tranquil evening hours in the Gardens, kept open until 7:30 p.m. just for members. Gardenshop will be open as well. Register early--space is limited!
Member Evening
Watch the sunset and enjoy the tranquil evening hours in the Gardens, kept open until 7:30 p.m. just for members. Gardenshop will be open as well. Register early--space is limited!
Member Evening
Watch the sunset and enjoy the tranquil evening hours in the Gardens, kept open until 7:30 p.m. just for members. Gardenshop will be open as well. Register early--space is limited!
Member Insider: Foraging for Edibles
Have you ever seen some wild blueberries or blackberries and just had to grab a quick snack? Berries are just the tip of the iceberg so to speak when it comes to edibles to forage in our rich forests and fields. Come along with Curator of Living Collections, Andy Brand, on this tour as we explore lesser-known edibles that grow throughout our native habitat.
Member Insider: Lerner Garden of the Five Senses Design Tour
Join Horticulturlist Lesley Paxson on this tour of the Lerner Garden of the Five Senses. Enjoy a leisurely stroll through one of our most beloved gardens while learning about its unique design and planting themes.
Member Insider: Apple Cultivating & Pressing
Nothing says autumn like apples. Ron Ross, CMBG volunteer and apple expert, will explain how to cultivate new varieties of apples, going into some detail about breeding for desirable traits. The tour will end with a bit of apple pressing—can you guess how many apples it takes to make one gallon of cider?
