View of the Fountain Pond and Octogon House in the Marin Art and Garden Center
Photo: EponineBunnyKickQueen · CC0Source
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A garden to visit

Marin Art and Garden Center

Ross, CA

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.

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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.

Portrait photography needs an advance reservation and paid photography permit.

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Gather in the garden

Host an event.

Planning a gathering? Tell us what you have in mind.

Ask about events

Planning something special?

Ask about a visit, your way.

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Stay in season

What’s in bloom.

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

Keep wandering

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