AHS Membership

JOIN AHS TODAY!

Become a member of the American Horticultural Society and join our growing family! Enjoy special members-only benefits while supporting our work to inspire a culture of gardening and horticultural practices that creates and sustains healthy, beautiful communities and a livable planet.

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All AHS Members Enjoy the Following Membership Privileges:

  • Free admission, discounts, and other reciprocal membership benefits at 400 gardens throughout North America through the AHS Garden Network.*
  • Subscription to our award-winning member magazine, American Gardener, published six times a year, and access to our online archives dating back to 1922.
  • Advance notice and discounts on dozens of expert-led educational opportunities – both online and in-person – through our AHS LIVE programs and Self-Paced Online Courses.
  • Priority registration for extraordinary tours of the world’s finest gardens with AHS Travel.
  • Discounts on admission to AHS-produced events like our annual National Children & Youth Garden Symposium and the annual Spring Garden Market at River Farm.
  • Seasonal discounts on products and services offered by AHS Partners.

Important Information

  • AHS Membership dues are not refundable. Member benefits, including AHS Garden Network admission, are not transferable. Learn more before purchasing.
  • Policies for garden admission and other benefits may vary; please visit the individual garden’s website for more information when planning a visit.
  • The estimated fair market value of a subscription to American Gardener magazine is $20; the remaining portion of membership dues may be tax deductible pursuant to IRC §170(c).

Questions? 

Answers to commonly asked questions about AHS Membership can be found on our FAQ page.

For all other questions, please contact our Membership department via phone or email:
703.768.5700 ext. 119
membership@ahsgardening.org

* Admission policies for children 17 and under to gardens in the AHS Garden Network may vary. Please check with the garden you intend to visit ahead of time.