TOP 10 REASONS TO BE AN ARBORETUM MEMBER:

THE COLOR.  A chance to see green in Houston.

FIRST IN LINE. Priority registration & discounts. 

REACH NIRVANA.  Relax and renew the mind and body by enjoying the tranquil environment the Arboretum offers

ESCAPE.  Getaway, take a break from commuting traffic to commune with nature.

NETWORK.  Find out “who’s who” on an owl prowl.

REWIND.  Be a kid again and discover the natural treasures the Arboretum holds.

BE COOL.  The Arboretum is the coolest place in Houston, literally.

CHIT-CHAT.  After five miles of trails, more than 160 species of birds and 33 kinds of butterflies, you find more than enough to talk about around the water cooler.

MEET AND GREET.  Meet an array of knowledgeable staff and fascinating members as you stroll the trails of the lush forest.

GET FIT.  Stretch your legs on winding trails that wrap around mighty trees and tender saplings.

Tell us your favorite reason for being an Arboretum member!

The Houston Arboretum & Nature Center is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization. The grounds, facilities, and educational programs are are supported solely through memberships and private contributions. Please consider joining us with one of the many levels of membership we have available.

General Member Benefits

• Early and discounted registration on classes (Must be Family Tree level or above for discount on children's classes)
• Advance Registration for classes, lectures and events
• Free subscription to Leaf & Owl , the Arboretum's quarterly magazine
• Advance notice of upcoming classes, programs and events through "Trail Mail", email updates
• Free admission to ArBOOretum and other special events.
• Discounts on purchases in our Nature Shop (10 to 20 percent, depending on membership level)
• Members-only ticket line
• Discount on membership to Trail Trekkers
• Early bird shopping days during Holiday Market
• Reciprocal Benefits at over 100 Nature Centers Across the United States -view list (pdf)
• Members Get More discounts on special museum, cultural, and city-wide events
• All Houston Arboretum & Nature Center members will receive discounts at the following businesses (upon showing a valid membership card)
  

  Anderson Landscape & Nursery 2222 Pech Road, Houston, 77055 713-984-1342	10%
  The Backyard Gardener	20%
  Lucia's Garden	10%
  Smith & Hawken	10%
  Southwest Fertilizer	10%
  Wabash Antiques & Feed	10%

Levels of Membership:

Students & Seniors ($30)

• Students (age 25 and under with valid ID and proof of student status)
• Seniors over 62 with valid ID
• Student and Senior membership must be purchased in person at the Arboretum
• General Membership Benefits for One Adult
• 10% Discount on Nature Shop purchases

Individual ($35)

• General Membership Benefits for One Adult
• 10% Discount on Nature Shop purchases
• Invitations to Members-only special events

Paws Membership - Individual plus pet ($35 + $15 per dog)
(Paws Membership Can Be Added at Any Level for $15 per dog)

• General Membership Benefits for One Adult
• 10% Discount on Nature Shop purchases
• Invitations to Members-only special events
• Free Dog Treat When Visiting the Nature Shop
• Invitation to "Party Animals"

 

Family Tree ($70)

• General Membership Benefits for family of four (may include grandparents and grandchildren)
• PRIORITY and discounted registration for children's programs and camps for family members only
• 10% Discount on Nature Shop purchases
• Invitations to Members-only special events

Magnolia ($150)

• Family Membership Benefits
• PRIORITY and discounted registration for children's programs and camps for family members only
• Invitation to “Coffee, Bagels and Early Morning Bird Walk with the Naturalist”
• 15% Discount in the Nature Shop

Loblolly ($500)

• Magnolia Membership Benefits
• HIGH PRIORITY registration for children's programs and camps
• Discounted rate on Birthday Party and facility rentals
• 15% Discount in the Nature Shop

Pecan ($750)

• Loblolly Membership Benefits
• HIGH PRIORITY registration for children's programs and camps
• Discounted rate on Birthday Party and facility rentals
• A Free Guided Tour for 10 at the Arboretum
• A Naturalist’s Presentation at Your Child’s School
• 20% Discount in Nature Shop

Founder's Circle ($1,500)

• Pecan Membership Benefits
• HIGHEST PRIORITY registration for children's programs and camps
• One free facility rental - ask for details
• Invitation to Founder's Circle social events
• A butterfly garden design for your home
• Recognized in the Houston Arboretum & Nature Center Annual Report

Become a Member

Join the Arboretum now using our online form

Mission Statement: It is the mission of the Houston Arboretum & Nature Center to provide education about the natural environment to people of all ages and to protect and enhance the Arboretum as a haven and as a sanctuary for native plants and animals.