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The 32 acres of natural and developing space at the Monk Botanical Gardens offers a little something for everyone. You’ll be amazed as you discover this hidden treasure nestled alongside the bustling streets of Wausau, WI.

Monk Botanical Gardens' mission is to cultivate a leading botanical garden where education, well-being and community thrive. Wausau’s Best Backyard serves community members through its educational and nature inspired programs and thousands visitors yearly from across the state, country and world. This includes visitors scoping the community offerings while deciding to move for job opportunities, attending the annual light show, Blossom of Lights and community collaboration event of Booze, Blends & Botany. The 32-acre property is a place for education, reflection, and rejuvenation. The Gardens is the only organization providing public environmental education services for all ages within Wausau. Creating a personal connection to the natural world sets the stage for lifelong learning, community connection, healthy living, and a genuine commitment to conservation. Monk Botanical Gardens is located at 1901 N. 4th Ave, Wausau, WI, and is a 501c3 non-profit organization supported by donations, memberships, and private foundations. For more information, go to www.monkgardens.org