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- EIN 20-1642142
- (574) 266-2006
- 1011 N Main St Elkhart IN 46514-3279 USA
- www.wellfieldgardens.org
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Causes: Botanical Gardens & Arboreta, Environment
Mission: The overlying purpose of wellfield botanic gardens is to tirelessly promote the inseparable relationship between water, plants and animals. The gardens will be a place that fosters a sense of responsibility and a sense of stewardship for the natural world.
Programs: The horticulture department is the backbone of the botanic garden,involved in virtually every aspect of the garden's aesthetic andfunction. From designing spaces to planting and maintaining over time,this area is critical to both temporary and long term exhibit spaces, event areas and attractions.
the guest services department is responsible for our guests'interaction with our garden, its programs, and in concert withhorticulture and education produces special events that serve andfurther wellfield's mission. In 2017, 25,368 guests visitedwellfield through standard admission, while 17,214 attendedspecial events and 3357 attended through facility utilization.
the education department envisions, creates and facilitates all aspectsof learning at the gardens. From pre-k through lifelong learners, allages are addressed through the gardens' many educational initiatives,including guided school field trips (1443 students served in 2017),classes and educational programs (571 participants in 2017), family educational events (470 participants in 2017), and private tours (741 served in 2017).