Kennesaw reopens Smith-Gilbert Gardens

Kennesaw city officials have reopened Smith-Gilbert Gardens.

Owned by the city, Smith-Gilbert Gardens is a 17-acre garden at 2382 Pine Mountain Road NW with 15 themed garden spaces, including woodland trails, curated living collections and an outdoor sculpture garden.

What has changed:

Before visiting, members and nonmembers will need to reserve and purchase tickets for each person online at smith-gilbert-gardens.square.site - for individuals and families only.
No guest passes or reciprocal membership cards from other gardens will be accepted at this time.
No tickets will be sold to groups, daycare facilities or summer camps.
Ticket sales for a specific date will be closed once maximum sales are reached.
After driving to the main parking area, display the receipt on your car dashboard.
If you don’t have a printer, write the order number on a sheet of paper for display.
Closed are the Hiram Butler House, Gift Shop, water fountain, play structures, bubble ponds and conifer garden.
Bring your own water but no picnics or outside food.
While masks are not required, guests are encouraged to wear a face covering, especially when using the public restroom.
Until further notice, all public events, classes and programs will remain canceled.
Guests should check the SGG website before each visit at smith-gilbert-gardens.square.site.

What is the same:

Hours have returned to normal - 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Tuesdays through Saturdays.
Admission costs are the same - up to $10 and free for ages 2 and under.
One public restroom will be available.

For updates from the city of Kennesaw and more information on current operations, visit kennesaw-ga.gov/covid-19.

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