Welcome to the Garden!
Discover a unique space where natural beauty meets historical charm at the Botanic Garden, an 11-acre sanctuary of vibrant gardens nestled within the historic farmstead of Dan and Catharine Bland. Whether you’re seeking a breathtaking venue for your wedding or special event, or eager to immerse yourself in educational programs that explore the flora of the Southeastern Coastal Plain, the Garden offers an enriching experience. Wander through diverse gardens, explore woodland trails and connect with the rich cultural heritage of this living museum. We invite you to experience the blend of past and present, where nature inspires learning and celebration.
Visit the Garden
Hours of Operation
Monday-Friday 9 a.m. – 5 p.m.
Saturdays 9 a.m.– 2 p.m. (Starting March 22!)
Sunday: 1 – 5 p.m.
The Garden is closed on all University holidays.
Call 912-478-1149 to confirm for your visit.
Admission Fees: $5 per Person
Garden members, students, and children are free.
Membership InformationBe Our Guest!
Let Us Host Your Special Event
Imagine exchanging vows under a majestic Live Oak, or dancing the night away beneath the stars on the Magnolia Allée. The Garden offers a variety of breathtaking venues for weddings, rehearsal dinners, and other special events.
Our dedicated Event Coordinator will help you find the perfect setting and create an unforgettable experience. Contact us today to schedule a tour and secure your date!
Rent the Garden for Your Wedding or Special Event Professional Photography and Meeting Space Rentals
Educational Programs
The Garden fosters a deeper understanding of the natural world through research and education.
K-5 School Field Trips
Engage with educational programs and the Kennedy Outdoor Classroom.
Student Research
Participate in hands-on botanical research and conservation projects. Internships available.
Community Workshops
Learn about sustainable gardening and native plants
Preserving Our Heritage
Daniel and Catharine Bland met in 1916 at the First District Agricultural and Mechanical School, now Georgia Southern University. Their lives tell the story of rural farm life on the southeastern coastal plain.
Mr. Dan and Miss Catharine worked hard to coax a living out of the sandy coastal plain soil. They ran a small dairy, raised livestock, and grew pecans, pears and row crops, winning accolades as a model farm from Georgia Magazine in 1929.
Mr. Dan was a self-taught naturalist with a keen interest in the plants and animals from this region. These native plants, along with other classic favorites, have blossomed into the landscape found at the Garden.
Learn More About the Garden's History
About the Botanic Garden
Collections
Discover native and heritage plants, including the Whelchel Camellia Garden, serene wetland gardens, a captivating collection of native azaleas and an assortment of rare species. Enjoy the Children’s Garden and historic arboretum and explore peaceful woodland trails and vibrant displays of coastal plain flora.
There’s so much to see and do, you’ll want to return again and again.
Garden Memberships
Be a part of something beautiful and experience the benefits.
Share the garden experience with friends and family with a gift membership.
Donations to the Garden
Honor or remember someone special while supporting the garden with a memorial or honorarium donation.
Adopt a plant, buy a swing or bench or leave a lasting mark in our heritage walkway with a commemorative brick.
Reciprocal Garden Network
The Botanic Garden at Georgia Southern University is a member of the American Horticultural Society’s Reciprocal Garden Network and participates
in the Reciprocal Admissions Program.
Garden Memberships at the Sustainer level and above are granted this benefit at participating Gardens.
Our Mission
- To promote knowledge and appreciation of the native plants and animals of the Southeastern Coastal Plain.
- To enhance the quality of life through classes, events, and cultural opportunities.
- To inspire environmentally responsible behavior through education and sustainable practices.
Contact Us
Todd Beasley, Director
tmbeasley@georgiasouthern.edu
912-478-1149
1503 Bland Avenue
P.O. Box 8039
Statesboro, GA 30460