Allen Centennial Garden on the UW–Madison campus, the Agricultural Dean's Residence (constructed in 1896) can be seen on the right.
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Allen Centennial Garden

Madison, WI

01 / Make a day of it

Plan your visit.

Find your way there, then check the garden’s site for the latest before you leave.

Address
620 Babcock Dr Madison, WI 53706Source · checked Oct 30, 2026
Hours
Daily, dawn to duskSource · checked Oct 30, 2026
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02 / Through your lens

Photographing here.

Bring a camera, and make room for the moment.

Before you shoot

A permit is required for some photography.

Posed, professional and commercial shoots need a permit, including prom and homecoming photos.

Source · checked Oct 30, 2026

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Gather in the garden

Host an event.

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Ask about events

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Stay in season

What’s in bloom.

Find a good day to wander, whenever the flowers call.

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