Public Gardens
The Berkshire region has a long history of gardens with many gorgeous ones, both public and private. Here are some that are open to us all which we can enjoy.
Ashintully Gardens
Nestled within the forested hills of the Tyringham Valley, the garden blends formal and informal gardens in an intimate setting with a multigenerational history.
27-1 Sodem Road
Tyringham
MA
01264
413.298.3239
thetrustees.org
Berkshire Botanical Garden
One of New England's most treasured public gardens whose mission is to inspire and educate the community in responsible horticulture and home-grown food.
5 West Stockbridge Road
Stockbridge
MA
01262
413.298.3926
www.berkshirebotanical.org
Hebert Arboretum
A living tree library located within Springside Park, encompassing 231 acres within the city and a unique sanctuary for plant and animal life.
874 North Street (Route 7)
Pittsfield
MA
01202
413.443.5348
www.hebertarboretum.org
Innisfree
Formerly the private garden of Walter and Marion Beck, Innisfree is, unequivocally, an American garden. The lake is glacial and most plant material is native.
Tyrell Road
Millbrook
NY
12545
845.677.8000
innisfreegarden.org
Merwin House & Gardens
William and Elizabeth Doane purchased this handsome house in 1875 as their summer retreat, named "Tranquility", overlooking a peaceful bend in the Housatonic.
14 Main Street
Stockbridge
MA
01262
617.994.6662
www.historicnewengland.org
Naumkeag
Joseph Choate, a leading 19th-century attorney, hired the architectural firm of McKim, Mead, & White to design the 44-room “cottage” to serve as a summer retreat.
5 Prospect Hill Road
Stockbridge
MA
01262
413.298.8138
www.thetrustees.org
Wethersfield
Wethersfield was the country estate of Chauncey Devereux Stillman. At Mr. Stillman’s death in 1989 the estate was opened to the public for open space and scenic enjoyment.
88 Wethersfield Way
Amenia
NY
12501
845.373.8037
www.wethersfieldgarden.org